Environmental Technician

OCI Global is seeking an Environmental Technician in Nederland, TX, responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental regulations related to waste, air, and water. Key duties include conducting inspections, managing waste, supporting safety programs, and analyzing environmental data. Candidates should have five years of relevant experience, knowledge of RCRA and DOT regulations, and strong teamwork skills. This position is office-based, requiring a commitment of 40 hours per week.
LOCATION
Nederland, TX, USA
SECTOR
HSE
HOURS
40 hrs/week
WORKING MODEL
Office based

The Environmental Technician position is responsible for supporting compliance with Federal, State, and Local environmental regulations primarily with waste but also including air and water. Routine responsibilities include documenting scheduled inspections, identifying non-compliance issues and developing/implementing corrective actions.

Your scope of responsibility

Support all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, policies, and regulations.
Daily activities can include waste pickup coordination, managing Satellite Accumulation Areas, labeling, shipment assistance and maintaining inventories.
Conducting waste audits and performing facility inspections; identifying and implementing improvements for all areas of the plant.
General understanding of RCRA, DOT, SPCC and TPDES
Demonstrate a strong knowledge of environmental regulations and industry best practices pertaining to waste and water.
Assist with the development and execution of environmental annual plans, as well as framework ownership.
Participate in Environmental, Health, & Safety initiatives as set forth by the company.
Manage overall compliance with all Hazardous and Non-hazardous waste.
Monitor waste streams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Maintain OCI Beaumont Stormwater and Wastewater Systems
Analyze and interpret environmental data to identify trends, potential issues and areas for improvement
Support development and implementation of environmental management programs and initiatives to reduce waste generation
Participate in environmental audits and inspections, ensuring appropriate documentation and follow up on corrective actions as needed.
Stay informed about environmental regulation changes, industry best practices and emerging technologies, contributing to the continuous improvement of environmental performance, concentration on waste.
Participate in and completes company required training programs.
Develop and deliver related training programs. These may include classroom and field training as well as one-to-one training with individuals.
Documenting required field activities in Environmental spreadsheets, as necessary.
Maintain proper documentation of waste inspections
Review Daily Environmental Reports from DCS. Notify Environmental Group of any abnormalities.
Assist HSEQ personnel in the preparation of monthly/semi-annual/annual reports.
Provide support in the development of environmental policies and procedure and ensure regulatory compliance.
Continues to update HSEQ knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
Act ethically and with integrity in every function.
Follow all relevant company policies and procedures.
Assists other Departments and other administrative personnel as necessary.
Provide support for ISO 9001 & 14001
Perform other tasks as assigned.

What you bring to OCI

Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations

RCRA
Hazardous Materials Transportation – DOT

Education, Experience, and/or Training

Five (5) years or more of related experience and/or training preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Computer skills—the ability to update spreadsheet programs, as well as working with e-mail at a proficient level. Experience with SAP preferred.
Teamwork—the position requires working well in a team environment and being able to work with a diverse group of people.
Customer service—the position must be able to manage difficult client/client situations, respond promptly to client needs, as well as respond to requests for service and assistance.
Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance.
Quantity—meets productivity standards and completes work in a timely manner.
Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Critical Thinking—ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently.
Adaptability—the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and can deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
Confidential—the position requires discretion because their role will frequently involve them with sensitive compliance situations.

Tools / Equipment

Computer
Scanner
Telephone system

Software

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook required.

Physical

Ability to lift 38lbs. occasionally.
Ability to operate a forklift, company truck, and/or utility cart.
Ability to climb stairs.
Ability to be on his/her feet for an 8-hour workday.
Ability handle and move material (55-gallon drums)
Ability to effectively communicate through various means required.

Environmental

The majority of work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
Noise levels are typically moderate.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday between 7:00am – 4:00pm.
Will be required to work longer hours to meet deadlines as necessary.

Travel

Less than 10% of the time.

OCI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Benefits

OCI offers a comprehensive, first-class benefits package. These benefit plans provide a wide range of benefits and protection for the employees and their families. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage upon hire. OCI also offers a 401(k) program with a company matching benefit and an extra 3% Safe Harbor match. Full-time employees of OCI receive paid holidays, a floating holiday to celebrate diversity, PTO, as well as many other programs such as paid parental leave and educational reimbursement.

About OCI

Headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, OCI N.V. is a leading global producer and distributor of ammonia, fertilizers and methanol products providing fertilizers, lower carbon fuels, and chemical feedstocks to agricultural, transportation, and industrial customers around the world.

We are the largest hydrogen producer and consumer in the Netherlands. We are proud of our long history of reducing our emissions and throughout the whole world sustainable projects are being developed.

OCI operates facilities in Europe, North Africa, the Middle East, and the US and distributes its products worldwide.

Our nitrogen fertilizers are essential for global food security, our fuel solutions help decarbonize road transport and the maritime sector and our chemical products end up in thousands of everyday products. We have approximately 4,100 employees. The company is publicly traded on the Euronext in Amsterdam.