Environmental Technician Jobs in Illinois

Job Title: SPECIALIST, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY Company: Tyco Electrical & Metal Products Location: Harvey, IL Description: Tyco Electrical Metal Products (TEMP) is an industry leader in the manufacture of galvanized steel tubes and pipes, electrical conduit, armored wire and cable, metal framing systems and building components serving a wide range of construction, electrical, fire and security, mechanical and automotive applications.TEMP is is currently searching for an Environmental, Health Safety Specialist to be located in Harvey, IL.The position is responsible for the management of environmental, health and safety programs throughout 1,000,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility.Job Responsibility:Provide Support and leadership for EHS efforts on all three shifts.Manage company EHS training, database and tracking.Administer employee safety orientation and tracking programs.Develop and administer assigned regulatory compliance programs.Establish and maintain document control program required for ISO14000 OSHA compliance.Hazard recognition and communication.Provide floor support to assist with correction of unsafe conditions actions.

Job Title: Environmental Specialist Company: ArcherDanielsMidland Location: Decatur, IL Description: Every day, the 28,000 people of Archer Daniels Midland Company (NYSE: ADM) turn crops into renewable products that meet the demands of a growing world. At more than 230 processing plants, we convert corn, oilseeds, wheat and cocoa into products for food, animal feed, chemical and energy uses. We operate the world's premier crop origination and transportation network, connecting crops and markets in more than 60 countries. Our global headquarters is in Decatur, Illinois, and our net sales for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2009, were $69 billion. For more information about our Company and our products, visit www.adm.com Environmental Specialist Industrials Division Glycols Plant Decatur, IL This is an Exempt Position Job Description: The Environmental Specialist is responsible for oversight of the overall environmental performance and compliance obligations of the Glycols plant. The Environmental Specialist reports to the plant manager and has a dotted line reporting structure to the Division Environmental Manager. This position is responsible for the implementation and monitoring of environmental standards within the facility and ensuring compliance with all environmental regulatory standards. Other responsibilities include the development of environmental training programs for facility personnel and contractors and continual improvement of the facility's Environmental Management System (EMS). The Environmental Specialist will serve as a resource to the facility in coordinating daily activities to ensure compliance with all applicable environmental regulatory requirements including: Safety and Quality:-Proactively participate in safety activities and support the Process Safety Management (PSM) programs at the facility. -Work with Quality Assurance (QA) manager to ensure that both the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System (EMS) elements are symbiotic. Profitability and Production Efficiency:-Perform proactive analysis of, and propose solutions for, environmental issues in support of the process changes. Evaluate environmental issues and provide input on procedural or equipment improvements that will improve environmental compliance. -Analyze and communicate environmental liability exposure that could result from process changes or new processes. -Initiate environmental investigations in response to identified problems; aid in investigation and determine corrective and preventive actions.Environmental Compliance:-Manage, track and report the facility's environmental metrics and ensure accurate completion and submittal of required reports and regulatory obligations. -Ensure that the facility's EMS manual is developed and kept up to date to reflect both the requirements of the Division EMS Manual and the current practices and programs in the facility.Regulatory Analysis and Interpretation: -Assist the plant manager and other facility personnel as needed by providing guidance, regulatory interpretation, and assistance necessary for implementation of new requirements. Demonstrate environmental technical expertise, sound judgment, and a strong understanding in regard to environmental issues and challenges facing manufacturing and support operations.-Provide regulatory analysis of proposed or promulgated regulations. Review resources (internal and external) for information, interpretations, and trends to add rigor and clarity to the analysis. -Maintain knowledge and keep abreast of regulatory developments regarding the following regulations: Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Toxic Substances Control Act, Risk Management, Process Safety Management, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure, Chemical Weapons Convention, Department of Homeland Security Site Security and Explosives Storage. Communication and Collaboration with State and Local Agencies and ADM Colleagues:-Provide information and updates regarding the facility's environmental compliance status and projects to the Division Environmental Manager. This includes completion of the end of the month environmental report. As needed, solicit guidance from the Division Environmental Manager for preparation and review of the facility's regulatory submittals. -Provide timely responses to inquiries and information requests from the Division Environmental Manager, Office of Compliance and Ethics, Law Department and Strategic Sourcing groups. -Administer training to plant personnel to ensure environmental compliance throughout the facility. -Participate in inspections and provide responses to inquiries from Local, State and Federal Agencies. Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR):-Ensure compliance and perform required monitoring, recordkeeping, LDAR monitoring and Leak Follow-ups.Requirements: Candidate should have Bachelor degree in related field and 3+ years of experience in an industrial or regulatory setting. Must have the ability to compile data, track report results and maintain databases using Microsoft Office applications. The position requires walking long distances, standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, and working within close-confined spaces, working within extreme temperature conditions, good hand dexterity and working with tools. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. This position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life and dental insurance. Relocation assistance is available with this position. ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check. ADM is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Environmental Protection Specialist Ndp Company: Location: Matteson, IL Description: The Environmental Protection Specialist: Plans and leads implementation efforts for new environmental initiatives and promotes related technological advances and technology transfer. Provides assistance to FHWA Headquarters in aspects of environmental technology development, packaging and deployment. Leads or participates in teams charged with exploration of issues, problem resolution, implementation efforts. Develops procedures and standards, which facilitates accomplishment of the program and technical assistance role of the Resource Center. Provides expert technical advice, assistance and training on environmental project and program matters to FHWA Division Office and Resource Center personnel and officials of state, local and regional agencies over a multi-state geographical area. Provides expert interpretations of highly complex data, legislation, regulations, procedures, requirements, and technological advancements and approaches. Identifies the need for and conducts training courses and tailored workshops for internal and external customers. Works in concert with the FHWA Headquarters, state and local agencies, industry, professional associations, and educational institutions in the development and delivery of training. Troubleshoots implementation problems with both internal and external officials. Identifies and pursues new partnerships, marketing approaches, and customer participation. Provides coordination and liaison to officials within a broad range of governmental agencies at the local, state, and regional level; officials of non-profit organizations, professional associations, public interest groups; representatives of educational institutions, private industry, etc; and the general public.

Job Title: Safety and Environmental Specialist Company: AMSTED Rail Location: Granite City, IL Description: Amsted Rail is looking for an experienced and professional individual to oversee all day-to-day Health, Safety, and Environmental responsibilities at our Granite City facility. This individual will be responsible for the following: Interact with all levels of employees and management to provide a safe and healthy work environment Environmental compliance associated with air, storm water, wastewater, groundwater, and radiation Manage the safety programs, conduct and track safety and environmental training for all employees Administer and oversee various compliance programs, procedures, policies associated with Federal, State and Local regulations and act as a liaison with Federal, State and Local regulatory agencies and consultants Oversee security, fire and emergency response for the facility Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Occupational/Industrial Safety, Environmental, or related field 3 or more years of experience in a relevant position in an industrial manufacturing environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills, people skills and an ability to work under pressure Knowledge of regulations and the ability to interact with regulatory agencies and peers with confidence and professionalism

Job Title: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST I Company: Location: Madison, IL Description: Under direct supervision, performs beginning level professional duties of a technical and scientific nature relating to maintenance and repair of electronic laboratory equipment and the collection and analysis of ambient air quality readings and reports; assists in the identification of sources contributing to measured air quality levels; recommends changes in air monitoring operations and reporting procedures; makes recommendations for modifications to the air monitoring network based on review of air quality data and emission source locations; travels to Air Monitoring sites.

Job Title: Environmental Specialist (5191) Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) Location: Decatur, IL Description: Every day, the 28,000 people of Archer Daniels Midland Company (NYSE: ADM) turn crops into renewable products that meet the demands of a growing world. At more than 230 processing plants, we convert corn, oilseeds, wheat and cocoa into products for food, animal feed, chemical and energy uses. We operate the world's premier crop origination and transportation network, connecting crops and markets in more than 60 countries. Our global headquarters is in Decatur, Illinois, and our net sales for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2009, were $69 billion. For more information about our Company and our products, visit www.adm.com Environmental Specialist Industrials Division Glycols Plant Decatur, IL This is an Exempt Position Job Description: The Environmental Specialist is responsible for oversight of the overall environmental performance and compliance obligations of the Glycols plant. The Environmental Specialist reports to the plant manager and has a dotted line reporting structure to the Division Environmental Manager. This position is responsible for the implementation and monitoring of environmental standards within the facility and ensuring compliance with all environmental regulatory standards. Other responsibilities include the development of environmental training programs for facility personnel and contractors and continual improvement of the facility's Environmental Management System (EMS). The Environmental Specialist will serve as a resource to the facility in coordinating daily activities to ensure compliance with all applicable environmental regulatory requirements including: Safety and Quality:-Proactively participate in safety activities and support the Process Safety Management (PSM) programs at the facility. -Work with Quality Assurance (QA) manager to ensure that both the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System (EMS) elements are symbiotic. Profitability and Production Efficiency:-Perform proactive analysis of, and propose solutions for, environmental issues in support of the process changes. Evaluate environmental issues and provide input on procedural or equipment improvements that will improve environmental compliance. -Analyze and communicate environmental liability exposure that could result from process changes or new processes. -Initiate environmental investigations in response to identified problems; aid in investigation and determine corrective and preventive actions.Environmental Compliance:-Manage, track and report the facility's environmental metrics and ensure accurate completion and submittal of required reports and regulatory obligations. -Ensure that the facility's EMS manual is developed and kept up to date to reflect both the requirements of the Division EMS Manual and the current practices and programs in the facility.Regulatory Analysis and Interpretation: -Assist the plant manager and other facility personnel as needed by providing guidance, regulatory interpretation, and assistance necessary for implementation of new requirements. Demonstrate environmental technical expertise, sound judgment, and a strong understanding in regard to environmental issues and challenges facing manufacturing and support operations.-Provide regulatory analysis of proposed or promulgated regulations. Review resources (internal and external) for information, interpretations, and trends to add rigor and clarity to the analysis. -Maintain knowledge and keep abreast of regulatory developments regarding the following regulations: Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Toxic Substances Control Act, Risk Management, Process Safety Management, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure, Chemical Weapons Convention, Department of Homeland Security Site Security and Explosives Storage. Communication and Collaboration with State and Local Agencies and ADM Colleagues:-Provide information and updates regarding the facility's environmental compliance status and projects to the Division Environmental Manager. This includes completion of the end of the month environmental report. As needed, solicit guidance from the Division Environmental Manager for preparation and review of the facility's regulatory submittals. -Provide timely responses to inquiries and information requests from the Division Environmental Manager, Office of Compliance and Ethics, Law Department and Strategic Sourcing groups. -Administer training to plant personnel to ensure environmental compliance throughout the facility. -Participate in inspections and provide responses to inquiries from Local, State and Federal Agencies. Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR):-Ensure compliance and perform required monitoring, recordkeeping, LDAR monitoring and Leak Follow-ups.Requirements: Candidate should have Bachelor degree in related field and 3+ years of experience in an industrial or regulatory setting. Must have the ability to compile data, track report results and maintain databases using Microsoft Office applications. The position requires walking long distances, standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, and working within close-confined spaces, working within extreme temperature conditions, good hand dexterity and working with tools. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. This position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life and dental insurance. Relocation assistance is available with this position. ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check. ADM is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Soil Conservation Technician Company: Location: Danville, IL Description: This position will serve in theDanville field office assisting the District Conservationist, soil and water conservation district, other local groups, and landowners in the planning and application of total resource management system plans; providing conservation planning assistance from initial evaluation to completion using the nine step planning process. The incumbent investigates, surveys, and gathers information for complex conservation practices and provides layout assistance and construction inspections on complex practices within the serviced area. Prepares design material lists, cost estimates, and engineering plans for the construction of complex conservation practices and approves engineering jobs which are within job approval authority. Provides training to NRCS and SWCD on surveying, staking, information gathering, design, engineering plan preparation, and construction inspection. Other duties as assigned.

Job Title: Environmental Technician II Company: Waste Management, Inc. Location: Chicago, IL Description: Environmental Technician IIAbout Waste Management When you work with an industry leader, you come to expect more.At Waste Management, we re proud to offer the best pathways for you to achieve career satisfaction, as well as a total compensation package that lives up to your standards.Waste Management is a leading provider of comprehensive waste management solutions. It serves over 25 million residential and over 2 million commercial customers throughout Canada, the United States, and Puerto Rico, and has the sixth largest trucking fleet in the world. Job Overview: Client: Waste ManagementLocation: City: Montgomery State: Illinois Zip: 60538Employment Type: Full Time Job Category: Installation - Maint - Repair Minimum Experience: 2 YearsCareer Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)Education Level: High School/GEDJob Title: Environmental Technician II Job Description: Our Environmental Technician provides support to our In-Plant Services programs. This support includes participating in event projects, chemical handling, lab pack duties, data entry, drum movements within the plant, drum bulking, drum crushing, and assisting when extra personnel are needed. The position may also include operating light equipment, heavy equipment and trucks on a part time basis.The position maintains environmental and safety compliance. The Environmental Technicians assist with site inspections to ensure project adherence with the federal regulations such as Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and OSHA, ensuring waste types are properly segregated, regulatory shipment windows are met, proper container labeling is adhered to, good housekeeping is maintained and accurate tracking logs are kept.Our Environmental Technicians operate equipment including forklifts, drum crushers and compactors and perform labor-intensive activities such as drum collection, drum bulking, loading of trucks, pushing, pulling, dragging, and lifting items up to 50 pounds.Our Environmental Technicians are dependable individuals who have a good attendance history and report to work on time everyday. The ability to deal with frequent changes in the work environment is an important aspect of this role.EOE M/F/D/V Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent Must be at least 21 years of age or older Legally eligible to work in the United States 2 years experience within the past 7 years shipping hazardous/non - hazardous materials Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) drug screen, background and motor vehicle records check. Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.Preferred qualifications for the position include:Training in RCRA, TSCA, OSHA, DOT40 Hour Hazwoper training

Job Title: Soil Conservation Technician Company: Location: Mc Leansboro, IL Description: This position will serve in the McLeansboro Field Office assisting the District Conservationist, Soil and Water ConservationDistrict, other local groups, and landowners in the planning and application of total resource management system plans; providing conservation planning assistance from initial evaluation to completion using the nine step planning process.The incumbent investigates, surveys, and gathers information for complex conservation practices and provides layout assistance and construction inspections on complex practices within the serviced area. Prepares design material lists, cost estimates, and engineering plans for the construction of complex conservation practices and approves engineering jobs which are within job approval authority. Provides training to NRCS and SWCD on surveying, staking, information gathering, design, engineering plan preparation, and construction inspection. Other duties as assigned.

Job Title: Consultant, Environmental Company: Nicor Location: Chicago, IL Description: Requisition Number 10-0022Title Consultant, EnvironmentalCity NapervilleState ILDescription Nicor Gasis one of the nation's largest gas distribution companies. Owned by Nicor, Inc., (NYSE: GAS) a holding company, Nicor Gas has provided safe, reliable and cost-effective natural gas services for 50 years. The company serves more than two million customers in a service territory that encompasses most of the northern third of Illinois, excluding the city of Chicago.TheEnvironmental Consultantholds responsibility for establishing and monitoring environmental compliance management systems and protocols for the company which would include any of the following program areas but not be limited to hazardous, non-hazardous and recyclable waste, mercury, stormwater and wetland permitting, PCB, asbestos abatement, air, and above and below-ground tank management.Position Responsibilities:* Implement and oversee environmental programs by develop procedures and protocols and enhancing existing compliance programs.* Troubleshoot issues, resolve problems, and lead regulatory inspections.* Compile, create and review reports and documents for internal distribution and submittal to regulatory agencies.* Provide training to field employees on environmental programs, and provide expertise to field groups.* Respond to emergency situations.* Act as an Environmental Health & Safety department liaison for business units.Requirements Required degree, skills & experience:* Bachelor's degree in an engineering, technical, science or natural science discipline* 1 + years of experience in the environmental field* Strong project management and communication skills* Must be able to work independentlyPreferred degree, skills & experience:* Good working knowledge of MS Office programs* Hold past environmental experience in auditing, consulting and/or complianceNicor Gas is an equal opportunity employer.