Environmental Specialist
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain environmental compliance with all applicable regulations including but not limited to AQMD, LACSD, CARB, RWQCB, DTSC, CERCLA, CUPA, DOT, EPA and other applicable California and federal regulatory agencies
- Perform tasks related to HWCL regulatory hazardous waste handling, storage and disposal requirements
- Monitor and manage levels of hazardous waste at each department’s satellite accumulation area
- Perform waste determinations of new waste streams
- Ensure all waste is properly labeled
- Ensure all waste is properly stored, according to its classification
- Accurately record and maintain 90-day hazardous waste inventory logs
- Perform all required hazardous waste and hazardous material storage area inspections
- Schedule, prepare and assist in the execution of waste shipments in partnership with waste disposal contractor
- Consolidate and lab pack waste when appropriate
- Perform tasks and inspections related to CalEPA and SWRCB regulatory requirements for SPCC, SWPPP, and EPCRA/CalARP
- Work closely with EHS Technicians and EHS Engineers to ensure regulatory compliance in the management of our environmental programs
- Perform tasks related to spill response and prevention, including clean up and/or the coordination of cleaning activities with a third party
- Order and maintain adequate spill supplies such as spill pads, empty drums, secondary containment, and other equipment necessary to maintain safe handling and correct disposal of hazardous waste
- Perform regular inspections such as; hazardous waste accumulation and storage, universal waste storage, emergency eye wash/shower, SPCC, and SWPPP
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 4+ years of experience implementing and overseeing environmental, health and safety programs
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering with an emphasis in environmental engineering
- Experience in environmental field with 1+ years of environmental and regulatory compliance in a dynamic manufacturing environment
- California regulatory and environmental compliance experience
- Experience developing and maintaining air emissions permits under South Coast AQMD jurisdiction
- Experience permitting and maintaining industrial discharges through the Los Angeles County Sanitation District
- Experience developing and maintaining SWPPPs and site BMPs for RWQCB stormwater compliance
- Experience with following agencies: AQMD, LACSD, RWQCB, EPA, CERCLA, RCRA, DOT
- Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience handling highly technical data and technical data interpretation
- Track record of successful analysis, interpretation, and application of rules and regulations towards practical solutions
- Able to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment, including frequent interactions with other engineers, managers, federal, state and county agencies.
- Able to handle many projects at once, prioritize work, and work efficiently
- Highly self-motivated and able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment with ongoing drive for continuous improvement in all aspects of work
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA area
- Position occasionally requires the ability to work overtime hours and/or weekends when needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay range:
- Environmental Health & Safety Specialist/Level I: $33.00 – $39.00/hour
- Environmental Health & Safety Specialist/Level II: $37.00 – $44.00/hour
- Environmental Health & Safety Specialist/Level III: $41.00 – $50.00/hour
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.