Environmental Specialist

 

 

 

Job ID:  521514

CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America.  Our operations span North America with over 28,000 employees at close to 1,600 locations in 43 US States and 2 Canadian provinces.

 

Position Overview

If you’re an Environmental professional looking for the next step in your career, our team can provide you with a fun and challenging opportunity to grow with an industry leader. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of hands-on experience supporting or managing environmental permitting and compliance activities, and will be a detail-oriented, organized, and safety-minded individual.  As Environmental Specialist, you’ll be a subject-matter expert in environmental program management, with a focus on compliance, permitting, and reporting. You’ll be part of team assisting in the development and implementation of environmental programs and ensure the compliance of activities at facilities located in WA, ID, and OR with an emphasis on regulatory compliance and navigating complex environmental regulations.

 

They will work well independently and with a team and be a motivated self-starter. This position will support all lines of business (aggregates, asphalt, ready-mix) for our companies in the Northwest Region.

At CRH Americas Materials, we are on a journey to develop sustainable solutions that build, connect, and improve our world. Come on this journey with us and apply today!

 

Location: This is an in-person position based out of Eastern WA. Local commutes to pit/plant locations as needed, and potential for travel within the Northwest Region (Northern CA, WA, OR, ID) and for other opportunities, which may include up to 25% overnight travel and multi-day trips.

 

Shift: Primarily work 8 – 10 hours per day, 5 days per week. Occasional overtime

 

Company Benefits:

• $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr DOE w/ potential for overtime.

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription

• Generous Vacation Policy

• Annual Bonus Potential

• Monthly Vehicle Allowance

• 401k with 5% company match & profit sharing

• Opportunities for Internal Mobility

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Tuition Reimbursement Program - We'll assist with continuing education that aligns with your career goals

• Employee Assistance Program

• Company Paid Life Insurance

• Short- & Long-Term Disability

• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program

• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!

• Opportunities for Community Engagement

 

 

What You Can Do…

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science or closely related field.

• 2 – 4 years’ experience securing environmental permits, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting reporting duties, or closely related activities, for environmental programs such as air quality, water resources, stormwater management, water discharge procedures, spill prevention control and countermeasures, and others.

• You're a self-starter who takes initiative and can work independently, driving projects to completion.

• You exhibit critical thinking skills, allowing you to analyze complex situations and develop effective solutions.

• You possess nimble learning abilities, quickly grasp new concepts and applying them to your work.

• You have strong organizational skills, enabling you to manage multiple priorities efficiently.

• You are comfortable with ambiguity, making decisions with incomplete information.

• You have excellent written and oral communication skills, conveying complex information clearly.

• You have working knowledge of PC Programs and the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• A valid driver’s license, current authorization to work in the United States, and the ability to pass pre-employment controlled-substance testing.

• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.

• Must be willing to travel and work away from home as required. (Long day and/or overnight trips)

• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.

 

 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Obtain all environmental permits required for company plants, sites, and projects.
• Develop and implement environmental compliance plans for programs such as air quality, storm water discharges, oil spill prevention or control, recycling, managing hazardous materials, employee education, and so on.
• Maintain documentation compliance activities such as inspections, audits, complaints, and investigations.
• Review required documentation at all sites, projects, and plants to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Conduct compliance reviews, inspections, and internal audits to ensure adherence with all applicable environmental permits, rules, and regulations.
• Provide educational events and training to all company employees on environmental policies, issues, best practices and responsibilities. May occasionally include outreach to contractors.
• Participate in environmental education and research relevant to industry.
• Report all violations of environmental permits, rules, and regulations to company management personnel and, when required by operational permits, to duly authorized regulatory agencies.
• Keep informed regarding changes to environmental legislation, trends, and best practices and assess the potential impact these changes will have on company operations.
• Communicates accurately and knowledgeably with various government agencies regarding regulatory programs, permits and compliance matters.
• Lead implementation of compliance related policies and procedures throughout the company.
• Assist and support various sustainability initiatives throughout the company.
• Provides input and analysis on new or proposed operational activities, operational locations, and regulatory plans and programs.
• Advise field and middle managers on use of any environmental compliance or reporting tools which are available for them (EMS).
• Assist, on occasion, with land use permitting activities including conditional use, rezones, etc.
• Direct all activities focused on environmental compliance.
• File all compliance or annual reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Participate in environmental education and research relevant to industry.
• Carry out all assigned tasks and projects in a timely manner.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required. 
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

 

 

 

Work Requirements

• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.

• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.

• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 25 lbs. Physical agilities test may be required.

 

Work Environment

The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid outside weather conditions; extreme cold and/or heat; and moving mechanical parts with elevated noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They present typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

What CRH Offers You

 

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

 

 

About CRH

 

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

 

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

 

CRH Americas Materials Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

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