Environmental Technician

Marathon Petroleum Corporation; Robinson (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation in Robinson, Illinois is seeking an Environmental Technician to support environmental compliance across refinery operations, including waste management, regulatory inspections, sampling, and recordkeeping.

The role reports to the Environmental Manager and involves on-call rotations, participation in Turnarounds, and training in RCRA, BWON, DOT regulations, with a focus on safety and environmental program support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the evaluation and selection of environmental and safety equipment; and conducts periodic checks to ensure good operating conditions.
• Liaises with contractors on field-related environmental and safety matters.
• Assists with environmental and safety considerations for operationally-required confined space entry, hot work permits, and rescue plans.
• Prepares and maintains records necessary for compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Coordinates activities of contractor environmental and safety service personnel and work as necessary and directed.
• Supports company’s safety and environmental rules; and assists in compliance audits of Company and contractor personnel in the field.
• Monitors, documents, and supports hazard communication, oil spill control, hazardous waste disposal and other environmental programs and plans.
• Issues work clearance permits and directs work to assure Environmental compliance.
• Completes required regulatory activities (including land farm management, inspections, waste sampling, characterization and labeling), as required by the RCRA Part B Permit.
• Operates mobile equipment to transport waste and coordinate proper storage. Manifests waste shipments.
• Coordinates change-outs of spent carbon canisters and monthly sample collection in accordance with Benzene Waste Operations NESHAP requirements.
• Assists with plant Frac Tank placement and management.
• Completes proper RCRA, DOT and HAZWOPER training as required.
• Responds to environmental issues outside of normal business hours and serves on a rotating on-call schedule to support facility environmental needs.
• Supports all Turnarounds by providing Waste Management and Environmental compliance oversight, including coverage on 12-hour day and night shifts as required.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Excellent communication

Time management

Self-motivated

Strategic thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

US work authorization (no visa sponsorship)

Tools

Waste management software

Job description

An exciting career awaits you

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

Marathon Petroleum Company’s Illinois Refining Division in Robinson, IL is seeking an Environmental Technician. The Environmental Technician will report to the Environmental Manager and will be responsible for supporting environmental compliance through refinery waste management, regulatory inspections, sampling, recordkeeping, and support of environmental programs across refinery operations.

Relocation is not approved for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with the evaluation and selection of environmental and safety equipment; and conducts periodic checks to ensure good operating conditions.
• Liaises with contractors on field-related environmental and safety matters.
• Assists with environmental and safety considerations for operationally-required confined space entry, hot work permits, and rescue plans.
• Prepares and maintains records necessary for compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Coordinates activities of contractor environmental and safety service personnel and work as necessary and directed.
• Supports company’s safety and environmental rules; and assists in compliance audits of Company and contractor personnel in the field.
• Monitors, documents, and supports hazard communication, oil spill control, hazardous waste disposal and other environmental programs and plans.
• Issues work clearance permits and directs work to assure Environmental compliance.
• Completes required regulatory activities (including land farm management, inspections, waste sampling, characterization and labeling), as required by the RCRA Part B Permit.
• Operates mobile equipment to transport waste and coordinate proper storage. Manifests waste shipments.
• Coordinates change-outs of spent carbon canisters and monthly sample collection in accordance with Benzene Waste Operations NESHAP requirements.
• Assists with plant Frac Tank placement and management.
• Completes proper RCRA, DOT and HAZWOPER training as required.
• Responds to environmental issues outside of normal business hours and serves on a rotating on-call schedule to support facility environmental needs.
• Supports all Turnarounds by providing Waste Management and Environmental compliance oversight, including coverage on 12-hour day and night shifts as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum (Required) Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in refining or industrial environment.
• Training and experience operating heavy equipment such as a forklift and/or backhoe.
• Experience in RCRA and BWON compliance including sampling protocol is desired as well as DOT regulatory compliance.
• Active Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

SKILLS

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, OneNote).
• Willingness to learn computer software for waste management and environmental compliance.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with both frontline workers and leadership.
• Self-motivated, good time management, and mechanically inclined.
• Possess a willingness to make timely decisions and be capable of expanding beyond the stated responsibilities.
• Be able to think strategically and work towards continual improvement of internal processes.

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Robinson, Illinois

Job Requisition ID:

00024541

Pay Min/Max:

$70,400.00 - $121,200.00 Salary

Grade:

N6 - N7

Location Address:

400 S Marathon Ave

Additional locations:

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.