Environmental Specialist

Job description: Basic Function HF Sinclair is seeking an Environmental Specialist who can conduct environmental assignments and duties for the Environmental Department under minimal supervision. Directs or leads the work of others from time-to-time. Job Duties Ensures compliance with federal and state environmental regulations and permits for solid waste, hazardous waste/materials, wastewater, stormwater and drinking water systems/operations, and SPCC Oversees SPCC/SWPPP programs and ensuring they are implemented and executed appropriately Interfaces with operation departments to communicate and define their role in compliance efforts May interface with regulatory agencies to ensure the understanding of, and compliance with, all applicable environmental regulations and requirements May monitor and coordinate the testing and reporting, packaging, transport and disposal of hazardous materials/waste and non-hazardous wastes in compliance with regulations May monitor and coordinate the testing and reporting of wastewater, storm water, and hydro test water in compliance with regulations and permits May prepare reports with respect to EPCRA, CERCLA and TSCA May assist in preparing permit applications and work with POTW on non-compliance discharges May assist with the technical oversight on groundwater and soil contamination issues May oversee budgeting costs associated with environmental compliance and contractor/consultant work products Participates in third party compliance audits of Company facilities Assists and coordinates the implementation of company’s Operational Excellence Management System May assist in annual ESG reporting Ensures environmental considerations are factored into planning and the capital budget process Represents the company to governmental environmental agencies, the public, and trade/professional associations and interfaces with regulatory agencies to ensure understanding of, and compliance with, all applicable environmental regulations and requirements Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion Experience A minimum of five years of extensive industry and on-the-job experience is required. Education Level A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or a related field is required. Required Skills Ability to lead and train a small group of employees in a Technical Expert capacity. Strong communication skills and good technical writing skills. Working knowledge of environmental regulations required. Understanding of oil refining processes (process flow diagrams/mechanical flow sheets, chemical phase separations, and reactions). Ability to perform intermediate mathematical calculations and to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication. Knowledge of laws, pronouncements and regulations pertaining to environmental operations at refining and midstream operations. Excellent planning, organizational, time management and analytical skills; and ability to present publicly. Ability to provide analyses of proposed and final regulations that impact operations and/or compliance status. General knowledge and understanding of OSHA regulations, and their interface with environmental tasks. Advanced reading, writing and computer skills. Preferred Skills: Special training in RCRA, SPCC, EPCRA, OPA, and Wastewater/stormwater compliance, and a Certification in DOT transportation is preferred. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility May lead the work of others. Responsible for overseeing contractors within the facility. Work Conditions Office and plant based with travel required up to 25% of the time by land or air. Petroleum refinery, warehouse/plant environment including but not limited to chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks, and rotating equipment. Required to work in all temperatures including outdoors. Subject to varying road and weather conditions. Benefits Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Paid Time-Off 401(k) Retirement Plan with match Educational Reimbursement Parental Bonding Time Employee Discounts We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visitTotal Rewards. Physical Requirements Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, twisting, stooping, couching, kneeling, working in confined spaces, talking or hearing, making visualinspections, making precise hand and finger movements, reaching or grasping, lifting and/or carrying up to 50lbs, pushing and/or pulling up to 50lbs, climbing up to 200ft, perceiving color differences, ability to wear personal protective equipment (beards not permitted), and strenuous physical activity. Our One HF Sinclair Culture: At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger. About HF Sinclair Corporation HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry. Equal Opportunity Employer HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr HF Sinclair