Air Compliance Specialist

Overview JOB DESCRIPTION: Targa Resources is a leading provider of midstream services and one of the largest independent midstream energy companies in North America, with assets in Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, North Dakota, and Louisiana. Targa owns, operates, acquires, and develops a diversified portfolio of complementary midstream energy assets. We encourage your interest in joining our team and pursuing the many opportunities we have at Targa. Targa has an immediate opportunity for an Environmental Specialist located in the Midland TX area. The position supports the Midland Basin business including the gas plants and the associated gathering systems. This position will assist operations in achieving Targa’s goals with respect to compliance and sustainability practices in our operations. A proven ability to solve problems, learn new material, adapt to change and be an effective communicator are key traits to success in this position. Responsibilities ES&H support for midstream oil and gas operations Maintains and communicates effective Targa ES&H policies and programs Assists assigned business units with planning, training, preparation, and implementation of ES&H policies and procedures Audits business units to ensure compliance with ES&H regulatory requirements and company policies Supports area supervision and personnel with compliance efforts regarding EPA Monitors and coordinates meetings with business segments to review ES&H programs, recordkeeping, and emergency response plans Assists business segment personnel with ES&H related questions Build and maintain relationships with Federal, State, and local officials to establish communication and understanding of agency interactions Perform ES&H data collection, recordkeeping, and reporting. May include conducting incident investigations to determine the cause, identification of prevention measures and establishment of appropriate procedures Be a resource to operation teams to address questions regarding regulatory compliance and assist in identification and establishment of compliance assurance processes Assist management, operations, and project/maintenance teams as required to assure compliance with federal, state, local and corporate rules and regulations pertaining to operational environmental aspects and impacts Assist with organizing, planning, implementing, and auditing the environmental programs and policies for the operation, ensuring compliance as required by regulatory agencies and corporate policy Ensure compliance with Title V operating permits and New Source Review (NSR) permits, including the preparation of semiannual deviation reports and annual compliance certifications Ensure compliance with site water and wastewater permits, including the oversight of sample collection, the labs used for analysis, the preparation and submission of DMR data, management of required written plans, and the reporting of noncompliance Assist with waste and remediation activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, including the waste management plans, shipments, manifests, and regulatory reporting, as needed Assist with the review of certain projects for environmental impacts, including NSR compliance, and documenting necessary information to the file or helping to initiate the permitting process when required Ensure compliance with SPCC (Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure) requirements and assist with spill response and remediation activities, as needed, including the facilitation of required reporting to applicable parties, including the NRC, TCEQ, and/or RRC Ensure compliance, gather data, and facilitate reporting as required under many applicable regulations, including CERCLA, EPCRA, SARA and State Superfund programs Ensure compliance with corporate policies, including reporting releases to all applicable agencies and internal personnel Act as the point of contact for both regulatory agencies and operations on required reports, payments, inspections, and other applicable regulatory requirements Assist with compliance audits and help resolve action items from reviews, inspections, and incident investigation findings Maintain a working knowledge of existing and proposed regulations that affect the plant/compressor station/ pipeline site Communicate regular updates on ES&H releases, permit deviations, and enforcement status to Environmental Supervisor for Operations management meetings Assist in implementing and maintaining an effective filing system for all operational data to ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements Other duties as assigned Minimal Essential Qualifications Requires a bachelor's degree in science, Engineering, or another related field Minimum of two (2) years of environmental, safety and health (ES&H) experience, preferably within the oil and gas industry Basic knowledge of ES&H compliance reporting and procedures as they apply to midstream operations Knowledgeable in federal and state regulations (EPA, RRC, TCEQ) Self-motivated with the ability to independently perform and complete a broad scope of assignments and/or projects with minimal supervision Proficient technical and computer skills, including Microsoft Office, to prepare reports and training presentations Proficient written and verbal communication skills for communicating with operational/technical staff, management, and regulatory agencies A team player with strong interpersonal skills Regular and reliable attendance Physical Demands and Work Environment Ability to work in changing ambient conditions and an industrial environment both indoors and outdoors Able to work in an industrial setting which includes work while walking, climbing, kneeling, squatting, sitting, and standing across multiple terrains Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements Ability to wear respiratory protection up to and including supplied air apparatus The employee frequently is required to use hands and arms to complete tasks Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Equal Employment Opportunity Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa. #J-18808-Ljbffr