Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Environmental Specialist
Collects, reports, and manages environmental data and compliance for operations.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Environmental Specialist supports the Environmental Manager by collecting and reporting data and operating environmental systems, sometimes in a supervisory capacity. This role may also oversee field staff on construction and technical issues across multiple divisions. Key duties include monitoring environmental conditions, conducting storm water compliance inspections, sampling, and training per SWPPP and the Industrial Storm Water General Permit. The specialist also handles public relations with division managers and regulators, performs site audits, prepares monthly environmental reports, and manages sampling projects. Additional responsibilities involve rolling out projects, supervising landfill monitoring and gas extraction or leachate systems, overseeing external vendors, and coordinating air and water monitoring to ensure compliance. The role also provides formal and informal training for technicians, landfill managers, and other staff, and may assist with construction project tracking and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸environmental monitoring
- ▸stormwater inspection
- ▸sampling
- ▸landfill monitoring
- ▸air monitoring
- ▸reporting
What You Bring
Candidates must possess thorough knowledge of air, water, solid waste, and recycling regulations, strong time‑management, written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills. Analytical ability, multi‑tasking, and the capability to interpret technical and regulatory documents are essential, as is adherence to company safety and ethical standards. A minimum of four years of experience or knowledge in environmental science, engineering, geology, or a related field is required. Republic Services offers a comprehensive benefits package, a strong sustainability focus, and a culture built on safety, service, responsibility, results, and respect for individuals.
Requirements
- ▸regulatory knowledge
- ▸analytical
- ▸document interpretation
- ▸environmental
- ▸time management
- ▸communication
Benefits
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Health care and dependent care spending accounts • Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) • Employee discount programs • Retirement plan with generous company match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) • Paid Time Off (PTO)
Work Environment
Field