Environmental Technician

Midland, TX, United States

#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.

JOB SUMMARY

Job Profile Summary

Provides technical environmental compliance services to one or more operating facilities, ensuring compliance with environmental and other applicable regulations in alignment with the company mission, vision, and values.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Conduct site inspections and prepare inspection reports related to Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and other regulatory or corporate requirements.

Utilize computer software for tracking and complying with environmental regulatory matters.

Collaborate with contract personnel performing environmental compliance work to ensure quality work is delivered in a timely manner.

Communicate and may advise site personnel and contractors on regulatory requirements.

Compile environmental data and calculate estimated emissions by applying environmental science principles.

Maintain environmental records and assist in preparing regulatory and corporate reports.

Monitor, coordinate support of and respond to spills, releases and emergencies related to the spill or release of materials within plant and field operating areas.

Coordinate activities related to initial response to a spill or release (including regulatory notifications where applicable) through the clean-up phase.

Interface with management, employees, customers, contractors and regulatory agencies regarding technical matters related to all phases of spill or releases and cleanup operations.

Assist in assessing (data gathering, emergency response actions, determining reportability, spill/response scenarios.

Coordinate necessary remedial actions within operating areas.

Collect environmental samples and prepares samples for laboratory shipment. Review laboratory reports to determine appropriate waste characterizations.

Manage, with oversight, the handling and shipping of hazardous, non-hazardous, universal, and industrial waste. Facilitate waste shipments.

Assess water pollutants by collecting and analyzing basic water samples from process water and industrial waste water.

Operate analysis equipment, such as pH meters, chemical analyzers, and air emissions monitoring equipment.

Orders environmental supplies

Responsible for ensuring a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in environmental, natural science, or engineering-related field preferred and/or a combination of formal education and the following job related experience:

Work Experience

This role is typically attained with 1 - 2 years experience in field operations and/or environmental compliance roles.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: environmental and other related regulatory procedures, rules, and regulations.

Ability to: appropriately interpret and implement environmental requirements.

Ability to: provide attention to detail.

Ability to: interact, advise, and communicate effectively, exchange information/instructions, conduct oral presentations.

Ability to: collaborate and work successfully, building professional relationships.

Ability to: apply math and algebraic formulas.

Ability to: operate tools and equipment required.

Ability to: conduct work in a person-lift or other elevated locations.

Ability to: maintain professional and technical knowledge.

Ability to: build and maintain a good reputation of the organization by complying with legal and corporate requirements.

Ability to: utilize office equipment including computers and applicable software, including Microsoft Office tools.

Licenses and Certifications

None required

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Frequently)

Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)

Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Occasionally)

Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)

Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)

Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)

Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)

Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)

Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)

Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)

Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)

Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)

Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)

Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)

Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)

Tasting/Smelling: (Constantly)

Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)

Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Constantly)

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Constantly)

Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

Working Conditions

Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)

Outdoor weather conditions (Frequently)

Wet or humid conditions (not weather related) (Frequently)

Extreme cold (not weather related) (Frequently)

Extreme heat (not weather related) (Frequently)

Dust, fumes, gases (Frequently)

Moving mechanical parts (Frequently)

Potential electric shock (Frequently)

Prolonged exposure to vibration (Frequently)

High pitched noises/loud noises (Frequently)

Unprotected heights (Frequently)

Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)

CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)

Travel

Travel to other locations required.

Driving

Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.

ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email [email protected] or call 1-855-663-6547​.

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Expected Salary Range

$57,000.00 - $85,000.00

ONEOK is a leading midstream service provider and owns one of the nation’s premier natural gas liquids systems, connecting NGL supply in the Mid-Continent, Permian and Rocky Mountain regions with key market centers and an extensive network of natural gas gathering, processing, storage and transportation assets.