Field Environmental Compliance Specialist

Ergon Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ergon, Inc. is seeking a Regional Environmental Specialist to support day-to-day compliance across asphalt and petroleum plants and terminals within a defined region.

This field-based role conducts inspections, manages waste streams, responds to spills, coordinates sampling and training, and keeps site records audit-ready. The position collaborates with corporate EHS, outside consultants, and regulators on permit applications and complex reporting, while delivering hands-on training and

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• 2+ years of environmental/EHS/compliance experience in industry.
• Valid driver's license; willingness to travel regionally (40–60%).
• HAZWOPER 40-hour certification preferred or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Serve as day-to-day environmental contact for multiple plants and terminals within the region.
• Conduct routine inspections and self-audits; track findings to correction.
• Manage day-to-day hazardous and non-hazardous waste handling and coordination with disposal vendors.
• Support SPCC and SWPPP programs, inspections, and spill response equipment.
• Respond to spills/incidents; assist with cleanup coordination and reporting.
• Collect environmental samples and coordinate with labs; compile data for reports.

Skills

Good judgment

Written and verbal communication

Organized and dependable

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

2+ years of environmental/EHS/compliance experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Ergon, Inc. is seeking a Regional Environmental Specialist to support day-to-day compliance across asphalt and petroleum plants and terminals within a defined region.

This field-based role conducts inspections, manages waste streams, responds to spills, coordinates sampling and training, and keeps site records audit-ready. The position collaborates with corporate EHS, outside consultants, and regulators on permit applications and complex reporting, while delivering hands-on training and