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Looking for People to Serve on Sustainability Committee
To all who might be interested! The Sustainability committee needs you! Yes, you!
The Sustainability Committee is looking to fill a few very important roles:
- Sustainability Committee Chair: starting July 1st; Meeting moderator, keeping on track with committee goals & obligations, monthly article and educational topic planning, conference/short course planner, monthly article reviewer
- Sustainability Committee Vice Chair: starting July 1st; Meeting email reminder, assist meeting moderation, assist short course/conference planning, monthly article reviewer, assisting with monthly article and educational topic planning
- FET Sustainability Secretary: this role is open now!; Meeting minutes recorder, submitting minutes to FET, monthly article reviewer, submitting monthly article to FET
All are welcome to join! Meetings are once per month; committee members have the opportunity to present on sustainability topics and write articles for FET newsletter. We continue to have interest from FET members who want to join our committee, many with experience in Sustainability. The committee is actively meeting, so join us today.
Contact Emily James at emily.james@generac.com for more information.
The Emerging Professionals are looking for a Secretary!
To all who might be interested!
Currently looking for a secretary to help out with the bimonthly meetings! You will take notes of the meetings, draft the minutes, and help with planning fun events for the EMP’s!
Total amount of volunteer time is expected to be under 9 hours every two months.
Contact Emma Runnoe at erunnoe@thesigmagroup.com for more information.
Employment Opportunity from the Winnebago County Solid Waste Department!
Environmental Compliance Manager
Full-Time | Oshkosh, WI 54901, USA
*Enjoy up to 7 weeks of benefit time off in your first year of hire!*
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Manages the operation and maintenance of landfill gas collection and power generation systems, manages long-term care and maintenance activities for closed facilities, including Snell Road Landfill WDNR NR 700 investigation activities.
- Manages engineering consultants, construction contractors and government regulators related to facility projects including site inspections, remediation activities, contract administration, invoice payment processing, change order management, and closeout of public work contracts.
- Organizes, distributes, and delegates work to subordinates fairly and impartially. Provides clear and appropriate direction to employees. Provides training and coaching to subordinates. Ensures that staff has the resources and flexibility to perform, improve, and learn in their jobs. Keeps open communication with subordinates, listens to them, and provides feedback. Positively motivates, mentors, and leads employees. Provides appropriate and timely performance evaluations for all subordinates.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATION:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, environmental science or related field.
- Three years or more relevant work experience. Previous environmental monitoring, regulatory compliance and site investigation experience preferred. Previous supervisory experience is preferred.
- A combination of education and experience that provides the skills necessary to perform the job may be substituted for the education or experience requirement.
- Certificate certifying completion of 40-hour hazardous waste site worker training course as required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(E) or the ability to obtain this certification within 12 months of employment (must keep this certification current).
- Possession of State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Facility Manager Certification or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months of employment.
- Possess current valid Wisconsin driver license and minimum auto insurance coverage as required by County.
If you are interested, click here to learn more! Want to apply? Click here!
Employment Opportunity from U.S. Venture!
Environmental Specialist II
Multi-Site | U.S. Venture
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, measure and evaluate environmental compliance programs, especially an Environmental Management System or Environmental Information Management System
- Conduct training of company associates to ensure they understand their role and duties in environmental programs
- Arrange and conduct environmental audits of corporate assets and contracted waste handlers. Communicate deficiencies and develop recommendations for deficiencies
- Submit all environmental reports such as SARA 311, 312 and 313, Hazardous Waste Activity and NPDES Reports accurately and by established deadlines
- Manage Spill Response Activities
- Coordinate remediation of company owned properties
- Conduct or arrange property acquisition audits and develop recommendations based on findings
- Act as corporate contact in response to inquiries from regulatory agencies, lawmakers, professional groups, news agencies, planning committees and the general public in a fashion consistent with company policies and philosophies
- Obtain permits, licenses, approvals and exemptions as required to comply with regulations
- Monitor environmental laws, regulations and technologies and keep the Company abreast of changes
- Arrange for contract services such as hazardous waste disposal, emissions monitoring and testing, system design and engineering
- Create and maintain environmental records according to retention policies
- Complete Environmental reports with minimal assistance, including;
- Air Emissions Inventories
- Discharge Monitoring Reports
- Certifications of Compliance
- EPCRA Tier II
- Hazardous Waste Activity Reports
- Write Compliance Plans with minimal assistance, including;
- Facility Response Plans
- Storm Water Management Plans
- Waste Management Plans
- Hazardous Waste Contingency Plans
- Cultivate U.S. Venture’s values while inspiring, empowering, recognizing, and guiding team members
- Live our values of High Performance, Caring Relationships, Strategic Foresight, and Entrepreneurial Spirit
- Find A Better Way by championing continuous improvement and quality control efforts to identify opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization
- Continuously learn and develop self professionally
- Support corporate efforts for safety, government compliance, and all other company policies & procedures
- Perform other related duties as required and assigned
If you are interested, click here to learn more!
Employment Opportunity from NEI!
Environmental Engineer
Full-Time | On-site | Florida (Medley Company) | 8351 NW 93rd St, Medley, FL 33166, USA
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Project Management: Manage environmental project activities, including scheduling, tracking, and planning for environmental assessments, site investigations, feasibility studies, and remedial action plans.
- Compliance Strategy Development: Develop strategies to meet regulatory requirements and ensure
compliance with environmental regulations. - Remediation Efforts: Analyze, develop, and implement activities to ensure the safe and efficient operation of all remediation efforts.
- Environmental Risk Assessment: Assess the environmental risk of activities and advise team members on the potential environmental impact.
- Sampling and Monitoring Plans: Develop and implement sampling and monitoring plans, which may include installing, operating, and maintaining equipment to monitor air, land, and/or water pollution levels.
- Data Interpretation and Compliance: Interpret data and observations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry guidelines, advising management accordingly.
- Regulatory Evaluation: Evaluate current and proposed codes, standards, regulations, and guidelines to
determine their impact on current and future programs and activities. - Technical Documentation: Prepare technical documentation for management’s use when dealing with
regulatory agencies and for other internal/external needs. - Industry Knowledge: Maintain a working knowledge of new technologies developed by the industry and government regulators.
SUPERVIOSRY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities. However, the Environmental Engineer may need to indirectly supervise by training managers and supervisors on specific regulations or procedural changes. Additionally, the role may involve directing individual employees or groups on specific tasks and procedures to ensure compliance.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- Proven experience in environmental engineering or a related role, particularly in project management and compliance.
- Strong understanding of environmental regulations and compliance strategies.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret and apply environmental data and observations effectively.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to prepare technical documentation and advise management.
If you are interested, click here to learn more!
Jobs Available ads are placed in the FET monthly newsletter EnviroNotes, and online for two consecutive months at a cost of $400 per ad ($300 for FET patron member companies).
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