Environmental Specialist (Selkirk, NY)

Job Summary
Interact with managers and employees in all departments to maintain compliance with environmental regulations. Responsible for inspections, training and best management practices related to environmental regulations such as the Clean Water Act, Oil Pollution Act, Clean Air Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and other federal, state and local regulations. Responsible for operation of wastewater treatment facility and wastewater discharge, monitoring and compliance.

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Account for regulatory compliance and inspections that fall under the Clean Water Act, Oil Pollution Act, Clean Air Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and other federal, state and local regulations
• Operate wastewater treatment facilities
• Repair, clean and operate wastewater treatment facility equipment
• Manage environmental projects such as property clean up, collection system clean up, wildlife/pest control, and capital projects
• Facilitate the disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes
• Assist with fixed facility spill response and other environmental incidents
• Meet with regulatory agency representatives and CSX operating personnel regarding environmental compliance issues
• Provide training to internal personnel relating to environmental regulatory compliance
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Pay Rate
$41.02 per hr plus $1.00/hour differential during regularly assigned hours

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver's License
• 3 years experience with environmental compliance issues and/or wastewater issues
• Ability to obtain a Wastewater Plant Operator License/Certification within one year

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of experience in wastewater treatment or environmental compliance
• Possess a current Wastewater Plant Operator License or Certification

Physical Requirements

• Medium work, depending on location, lifting up to 50 pounds
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
• Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis
• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection

Basic Competencies

• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
• Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
• Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
• Mechanical aptitude

Job Requirements

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
• May work directly or indirectly with hazardous materials
• Extensive travel required
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
• Must pass a background screening
• Must pass all required assessments
• Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
• Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test
• This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.

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