Hazardous Waste Compliance Specialist I

Amazon Inc.; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC in California seeks a Risk Specialist I to drive regulated waste compliance across multiple sites. You will execute environmental compliance plans, manage hazardous waste records, and partner with site leaders to meet milestones.

Strong knowledge of RCRA, DOT, and state rules is required. You will conduct site inspections, use data to identify gaps, and travel up to 50% to support sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) or related field
• 2+ years of experience in environmental compliance, regulated waste management, or workplace risk investigations
• Experience interpreting and applying environmental regulations (RCRA, DOT, and applicable state hazardous waste rules)
• Experience collecting and analyzing data to identify compliance gaps and drive corrective actions

Responsibilities

• Own the execution and delivery of regulated waste compliance projects and activities, including developing standard operating procedures, workflows, and inspection routines, to mitigate identified risks across the sites you support
• Apply risk management methods such as waste compliance audits and site inspections to monitor compliance thresholds, test controls, and take corrective action when findings arise
• Collaborate with site teams, compliance operations, and operations partners to understand business needs, clarify waste compliance requirements, and drive productive discussions that build consensus
• Identify process improvement opportunities and work with process owners to improve conformance, reduce risk, and increase operational efficiency
• Prepare clear and concise documentation, including status reports, audit results, metrics, and project communications, so the right information reaches the right audience at the right time
• Travel expected up to 50% of the time

Skills

Environmental compliance

Hazardous waste management

Data analysis

Regulatory interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety

Master's degree in Environmental Health & Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Amazon.com Services LLC in California seeks a Risk Specialist I to drive regulated waste compliance across multiple sites. You will execute environmental compliance plans, manage hazardous waste records, and partner with site leaders to meet milestones.

Strong knowledge of RCRA, DOT, and state rules is required. You will conduct site inspections, use data to identify gaps, and travel up to 50% to support sites.