Environmental Specialist

Waste Connections is hiring an Environmental Specialist for their Chiquita Canyon Landfill in Castaic, CA. This on-site, full-time role requires 3–6 years of environmental compliance experience. Responsibilities include overseeing compliance activities, conducting inspections, and liaising with regulatory agencies. Candidates should have a relevant degree and strong knowledge of California regulations. The position offers a salary of $110,000 – $130,000 plus bonuses and benefits.
📍 Castaic, CA | Chiquita Canyon Landfill
💼 Full-Time | On-Site | Environmental Compliance
💰 Salary: $110,000 – $130,000 annually + 20% Bonus (Stock & Equity)

At Waste Connections, Inc. (NYSE: WCN), we’re not just the leading waste services provider in North America — we’re a team of passionate, driven individuals who believe in making a difference. We value integrity, respect, and a culture where your voice is heard and your contributions matter.

Why Join Us?
• Culture: Empowered, self-directed professionals thrive here.
• Integrity: We do what we say — for our customers and our team.
• Respect: We honor our people, our communities, and our environment.
• Growth: We invest in your development and offer long-term career paths.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated, safety-focused, and results-driven Environmental Specialist to join our Regional Compliance Team at Chiquita Canyon Landfill. This role is ideal for someone with 3–6 years of experience in environmental compliance who thrives in a hands-on, field-based role.

What You’ll Do
• Oversee environmental compliance activities including audits, inspections, monitoring, and reporting.
• Interpret and track site permits, regulatory orders, and ensure timely reporting.
• Serve as a liaison with regulatory agencies and support permit renewals and updates.
• Analyze groundwater, wastewater, and stormwater data; support environmental reporting (e.g., SPCC, SWPPP, GHG, Title V).
• Coordinate and manage third-party consultants and contractors.
• Conduct internal inspections and support site visits and audits.
• Develop and deliver training, SOPs, and compliance documentation.
• Work in field conditions including exposure to landfill gas, odors, noise, and weather extremes.

What You Bring
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental or Civil Engineering, Geology, or related field.
• 3–6 years of relevant environmental compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of California environmental regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and technical reporting.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel (5%) and work occasional weekends.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to use personal vehicle for site visits.

Work Environment
• This is a 5-day on-site role with occasional travel and fieldwork.
• You’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team committed to environmental stewardship and operational excellence.

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.