Environmental Specialist Jobs in Texas

An Environmental Specialist in the utilities industry is responsible for ensuring the company's compliance with environmental regulations. They monitor and manage environmental impact, perform assessments and audits, and devise strategies to minimize pollution and waste. They also work on projects related to water quality, soil contamination, air quality, and hazardous materials management. Environmental Specialists aim to reduce the company's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices.

Important skills for an Environmental Specialist include strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and a thorough understanding of environmental regulations. Communication skills are also vital, as they often have to liaise with government agencies, customers, or other stakeholders. They should be certified as an Environmental Professional (EP) or have a similar certification, and a degree in environmental science or related field is usually required. Before becoming an Environmental Specialist, a person might work as an Environmental Technician, a Sustainability Consultant, or an Environmental Analyst.

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Building and maintaining our nation's energy infrastructure is both an opportunity and a responsibility. Whether in a rural or urban environment or a hot or cold climate, Michels Energy Group,...

Environmental Specialist

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 6 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Biosolids processing Water/wastewater plant or field environment PFAS regulatory experience The Environmental Specialist job responsibilities include: Inspects...

Environmental Specialist III

  • Marshall, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Marshall, TX
  • 6 days ago

As an Environmental Specialist III, you will need functional and technical expertise and skills in areas of air, water and/or waste....

KWFS - Environmental Specialist 2

  • Westlake, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Westlake, TX
  • 7 days ago

Requisition ID: 175739 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Water Facilities South Department: Environmental Market: Water/Wastewater Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview The Environmental...

KWFS - Environmental Specialist 2 - Westlake

  • Westlake, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Westlake, TX
  • 11 days ago

Requisition ID: 175739 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Water Facilities South Department: Environmental Market: Water/Wastewater Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview The Environmental...

Environmental Specialist (226 Days)

  • Dallas, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 15 days ago

Manage fifty plus facilities (6,105,114 sq.ft.) in the District of all aspects of environmental, health and safety. Create and implement policies and procedures regarding Environmental Compliance,...

Environmental Coordinator

  • Pecos, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Pecos, TX
  • 15 days ago

The Environmental Specialist will work with the field teams to manage environmental and HSE metrics and administer various environmental and safety-related systems and programs....

Environmental Manager

  • Carrollton, TX
  • 18 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX
  • 18 days ago

the enterprise including regional distribution centers and transportation delivery operations Manage and execute enterprise-wide responsibilities to comply with air emissions, storm water, waste, wastewater...

Environmental Specialist

  • Manor, TX
  • 20 days ago
  • Manor, TX
  • 20 days ago

Company DescriptionAbout Veolia North America A subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water and wastewater...

Senior Environmental Specialist

  • La Porte, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • La Porte, TX
  • 21 days ago

Responsible to oversee on a daily basis wastewater and potable water programs in compliance with Federal, State and Company regulations, rules, and policies/guidelines....

Senior Environmental Manager - Renewable Construction

  • Houston, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 23 days ago

The Role: Oversee environmental compliance and permitting for multi-million-dollar renewable energy and transmission projects....

Environmental Manager - (Transmission Projects)

  • Houston, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 23 days ago

The Role: Lead and manage environmental compliance and permitting for large-scale transmission and renewable energy projects....

Environmental Manager

  • Port Arthur, TX
  • 26 days ago
  • Port Arthur, TX
  • 26 days ago

Requisition ID: 282479 Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project Work Location: Port Arthur, TX Extraordinary teams building inspiring...

PGD Environmental Specialist

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

PGD Environmental Specialist would also maintain compliance calendars, prepare emission calculations, schedule emissions monitoring and testing, file necessary forms and reports, conduct facility audits...

UABOS Spain: Environmental Specialist

  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Title: UABOS Spain: Environmental Specialist Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!...

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Salary for Environmental Specialist Jobs in Texas

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Specialists in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.3%
Master's Degree
22.6%
High School or GED
11.3%
Associate's Degree
8.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.6%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some High School
0.7%
Some College
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Specialists in Texas
2-4 years
42.6%
4-6 years
18.4%
None
13.4%
1-2 years
9.8%
8-10 years
5.0%
10+ years
4.9%
6-8 years
4.6%
Less than 1 year
1.3%

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