Environmental Specialist

Reworld Projects, LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 79,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, vision, dental

401(k) plan

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Reworld Environmental Specialist role supporting the Lake and Pasco County facilities in Florida focuses on ensuring regulatory compliance across air permits, emissions reporting, and environmental testing. You will serve as the primary contact with regulators, manage testing programs, and drive corrective actions to maintain compliance.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or environmental science and 3–5 years in the environmental field, with knowledge of FL and federal

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering, environmental science, or equivalent and a minimum of 3–5 years in the environmental field.
• Working knowledge of FL and federal environmental regulations in air required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to work within regulatory frameworks.
• Strong computer, technical, and writing skills; fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports for federal, state and local regulatory bodies.
• Analyze CEMS emissions data and write technical notification reports.
• Maintain PSD and Title V operating requirements and complete related emission reports.
• Liaise with client-owner environmental regulators for audits and inspections.
• Provide technical assistance to facility operations to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Technical writing

Project coordination

Regulatory liaison

Regulatory reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or environmental science

Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world. All that we’re missing is you.

About the role

POSITION SUMMARY: The Environmental Specialist will be the primary responsible individual for ensuring environmental regulatory compliance at the Reworld Lake Resource Recovery Facility, in Okahumpka, FL and Pasco County Resource Recovery Facility, in Spring Hill, FL. Individual should be well versed with Title V Air permit regulations, and the enforcement of permit conditions on a day-to-day and long-term basis. In addition, the position is the primary environmental contact between client-owner (for Pasco County) and FDEP regulators and should be knowledgeable of general facility environmental operations. Knowledge of air pollution control system operations and Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems is a plus. The Environmental Specialist is the facility representative on all compliance testing and reporting. The Environmental Specialist supports facility management personnel in the continued operation of the facility in compliance with all regulatory procedures, including federal and state environmental regulations, production schedules, output requirements and contractual obligations.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Under limited supervision, the Environmental Specialist supports the company and corporate programs and administering policies and procedures developed to prevent, eliminate, control and reduce work-related hazards and maintain environmental responsibility. Reporting to the Facility Manager, and supported by the Regional Environmental Manager, the Environmental Specialist duties will include:

• EXPERIENCE IN WASTE to ENERGY a PLUS!!!!!
• Prepare all reports for federal, state and local regulatory bodies
• Analyzing CEMS emissions data and writing technical notification reports.
• Maintaining PSD and Title V operating requirements, and completing all associated Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-Annual, and Annual emission reports.
• EPA and DOE report preparation and submittals including GHG and EIA Reporting
• Liaison with client-owner and/or environmental regulators for audits and inspections.
• Presentations to staff, visitors, the client/owner and regulators
• Maintain Reworld internal reporting standards (Environmental Management Information System, root cause analysis reports, environmental key performance indicators, weekly walkdown inspection reports, etc.)
• Proactively work with operators to resolve and prevent environmental issues, developing facility environmental procedures and training.
• Deliver and complete environmental projects.
• Maintenance of key environmental records and documents
• Actively participate in environmental associations and community engagement
• Coordinate with facility/contractors to complete permit required activities: Annual Stack Testing, Quarterly CEMS Audits, Quarterly GHG Audits, residue testing, etc.
• Maintain strong working relationship with client-owner environmental department.
• Assists vendors or contractors when addressing environmental systems, i.e. cylinder gas audits, annual performance tests, ash sampling, stormwater, etc.
• Functions as a proficient environmental/regulatory specialist working within the limits of environmental permitting and compliance issues for Company operations.
• Provides technical assistance to facility operations to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and/or company environmental regulations.
• Auditing of facilities such as profiled waste generators, APHIS generators, metal recyclers, and landfills
• Extensive support to Lake Facility site QA/QC profiled waste program
• Assist with environmental duties at other facilities throughout the region, as needed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree in engineering, environmental science, or equivalent and a minimum or 3-5 years experience in the environmental field; preferably the air (or solid waste) field. A working knowledge of FL and federal environmental regulations in air required (waste and water is a plus). Must have strong written and oral communications skills and demonstrate ability to work creatively within the regulatory framework. Strong computer, technical, and writing skills are needed. Must be able to speak, read and write in English.

#LI-AG1 In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays. Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits. For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities. Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future. The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $79,300.00 - $105,600.00 USD per annum

Reworld provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmitive Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.

Reworld, formerly known as Covanta

Reworld, formerly known as Covanta, is a leader in sustainable waste solutions and is dedicated to transforming waste into valuable resources through innovative technologies. With a comprehensive portfolio of solutions designed to address the most complex challenges of waste management, Reworld is committed to achieving carbon-negative outcomes and supporting partners on their sustainability journey. Others see waste. We see potential. Led by the promise of what’s possible, we partner with businesses and communities to reimagine what waste can do. Together, we transform refuse into a resource, steadfast in our determination to go beyond net zero, for the good of our people, our communities, and the planet we all depend on. Rooted in communities, with support across North America Our expansive geographical footprint gives us the large-scale resources to effectively support both our customers and the communities in which we live and work. Working together to find the beginning at every endpoint Ours is a diverse group, with a wide range of skills and expertise. We are passionate about our mission to do more and to do better through innovative value creation. No matter where we come from, we’re here to put our efforts toward building a smarter, more sustainable world. Dedicated to redefining what’s possible with waste When you work with us, you’ll find a hard-working team of collaborators united by our passion for protecting people, the planet, and the promise of a more sustainable future. For more information: Visit https://www.reworldwaste.com/