Environmental Specialist

AAA United States Inc

Grand Prairie (TX)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Grand Prairie, TX, is seeking an Environmental Specialist to support compliance and sustainability across various sites. The role includes hazardous waste handling, compliance inspections, and project support. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in an industrial setting, with preferences for a background in EHS and Hazwoper training. Join a motivated team focused on environmental excellence and contribute to essential projects.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent.
Prior experience in an industrial work setting handling hazardous waste.
Hazwoper 40 training required.

Responsibilities

Manage the collection, labeling, and transfer of waste streams.
Conduct daily and weekly compliance inspections.
Operate the evaporator for non-hazardous wastewater.

Skills

Hazardous waste management

Environmental compliance

Inventory control

Auditing skills

Education

AAS or higher in EHS field of study

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Description

We provide specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services to support clients in the transport and aerospace industries. We work closely with clients to ensure that our solutions meet their needs and exceed their expectations. Our team members are motivated individuals that do remarkable things every day!

About the Company:

Position Summary:

AAA United States, Inc. has partnered with a company in Grand Prairie, TX that is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry. They are a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. A commercial aircraft manufacturer, with Space and Defense as well as Helicopters Divisions, they are the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and a worldwide leader.

The Environmental Specialist is responsible to support the company’s environmental compliance and sustainability functions across manufacturing, maintenance, and operational sites.

Essential Functions:

Waste Management & Equipment Operations: 50 %

Hazardous & Non-Hazardous Waste Handling: Manage the collection, labeling, and transfer of various waste streams, including used oil, NDI/soda blast waste, and Alodine/Alumiprep tank contents.
System Maintenance: Ensure continuous operation of site systems by changing filters for paint booths and the sanding water system, and servicing the rinse water recycle system.
Onsite Processing: Operate the evaporator for non-hazardous wastewater and treat Alodine rinse water to meet Cr level standards (< 5 mg/l) before processing.
Inventory Control: Monitor and reorder drum and tote inventories in the waste cage while ensuring all storage containers are properly dated and labeled.

Compliance, Inspections & Facility Support: 35%

Regular Auditing: Perform daily and weekly compliance inspections of waste accumulation areas to ensure no leaks exist and that all materials are stored in proper locations.
Shop Floor Support: Provide essential supplies to production areas, including red can bag liners, empty drums, and totes for chemical drainage.
Specialized Disposal: Manage the safe storage of fluorescent bulbs in closed, labeled boxes and monitor VDI Room wastewater levels daily to prevent overflow.

Project Support & Administration: 10%

Project Assistance: Contribute to specific environmental milestones, such as the Paint Booth/Mixing Room Cleaning project, as directed by the Sr. Environmental Manager.
Reporting: Assist with required environmental reporting and documentation associated with RCRA and Hazwoper standards.

Additional Responsibilities: 5%