Hazardous Waste & Air Compliance Specialist

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid time off: 15 vacation days, 15 S,

Remote work 2 days/week after 1 year

Job summary

State of South Carolina’s SCDES is hiring a Hazardous Waste Facility/Air Compliance Specialist (EHM I). You will perform inspections, sampling, and investigations to ensure compliance with hazardous waste and air programs.

The role requires field work, documentation, and occasional enforcement actions. Applicants should have an associate degree or equivalent experience, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a related technical field or equivalent experience.
• Valid state driver's license and ability to operate state-owned vehicles.
• Excellent communication, organizational skills and customer service.
• Ability to work independently in the field and as part of a team; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Hazardous waste compliance inspections of permitted facilities per laws and SOPs.
• Air quality compliance inspections of permitted air facilities and reporting.
• Air sampling and monitoring with calibrated equipment and data documentation.
• Complaint investigation and enforcement actions as needed.
• Additional duties and coordination with staff and training.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Hazardous waste knowledge

Air quality knowledge

Environmental health regulations

Inspection experience

Field environment

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in a related technical field

High school diploma or GED + 2 years relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

State of South Carolina’s SCDES is hiring a Hazardous Waste Facility/Air Compliance Specialist (EHM I). You will perform inspections, sampling, and investigations to ensure compliance with hazardous waste and air programs.

The role requires field work, documentation, and occasional enforcement actions. Applicants should have an associate degree or equivalent experience, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills.