Environmental Compliance Specialist(Contract)|Lake Charles
Your Next Step in Lake Charles
Primary Details
- Based in: Lake Charles, LA (a vibrant local hub)
- Employer: Waste Management (Hiring in Lake Charles)
- Position: Environmental Compliance Specialist (Flexible/Contract, Lake Charles)
- This Lake Charles-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Lake Charles, LA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Lake Charles, a key hub for the Environmental Compliance And Regulatory Affairs industry.
What You Get
- Compensation: $62k-$82k/Year (approx. $1.4k/Week)
- Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type.
- Flexible contract/gig opportunity in Lake Charles.
Day-to-Day
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Lake Charles location.
Company Overview: Waste Management maintains rigorous environmental protection standards across hundreds of operating facilities, ensuring full compliance with federal EPA, state, and local regulatory mandates.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: The Environmental Compliance Specialist audits landfill gas monitoring systems, stormwater discharge infrastructure, and waste handling permits across regional operating depots. You conduct site compliance inspections, manage environmental permit renewals, review laboratory groundwater testing reports, and coordinate regulatory agency site visits. Furthermore, you implement employee safety environmental training programs, log emissions data into compliance databases, and manage environmental corrective action plans. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site presence across facilities and field testing sites (no work-from-home capability).
Qualifications & Benefits: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline required. Requires 3+ years of professional environmental regulatory or compliance experience with strong knowledge of EPA Title V, NPDES, and RCRA regulations. Benefits include competitive salaried base pay, annual performance bonus potential, full medical/dental benefits, 401(k) company match, and paid time off.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Environmental Compliance Specialist|Lake Charles position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $62,000 - $82,000. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Lake Charles.
Where is this Environmental Compliance Specialist|Lake Charles job located?
This position is based in Lake Charles, LA. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Lake Charles.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Waste Management provide training for new hires?
Yes, Waste Management provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
What qualifications do I need for this Environmental Compliance Specialist|Lake Charles role?
Most Environmental Compliance Specialist|Lake Charles positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
How do I apply for this Environmental Compliance Specialist|Lake Charles position in Lake Charles?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Waste Management reviews applications on a rolling basis.
