Environmental Specialist – Oil Refinery

CHS Inc.

Environmental Specialist at CHS Oil Refinery ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and leading environmental projects. Focused on data analysis and environmental impact control efforts.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeMcPherson • Kansas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $71,700 - $119,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental compliance, including knowledge of regulations such as RCRA, Clean Water Act, and Clean Air Act. Proficient in data analysis, project management, and environmental reporting to support refinery operations and ensure regulatory adherence.

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Environmental ComplianceData AnalysisProject ManagementHazwoper 40-Hour CertificationEnvironmental Regulations Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Data Collection MethodsQA/QC on Scientific ReportsStatistical ModelingEnvironmental Impact AssessmentBudget Monitoring

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CoordinationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelMS OutlookEnvironmental Tracking Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Hazwoper 40-Hour Certification

Industry Keywords

RCRA RegulationsStormwater Pollution Prevention PlanSpill Prevention Control and Countermeasure PlanFacility Response PlanEnvironmental Science

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Stay current with applicable environmental regulations to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal requirements.
Perform hazardous waste determinations, review reports, and provide guidance to ensure compliance with RCRA regulations.
Determine data collection methods, compile data, make detailed calculations, and perform QA/QC on scientific reports to ensure compliance.
Prepare graphs, charts, and statistical models from collected data.
Analyze data to assess environmental conditions, establish standards, and develop approaches for control of identified environmental impacts.
Coordinate and/or support projects involving environmental analysis.
Perform tasks required under the facilities Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPP), Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan (SPCC), and Facility Response Plan (FRP), and review and update each plan as necessary to ensure continued regulatory compliance.
Assist with the development of environmental liability cost estimates and financial assurance documentation.
Assist in representing CHS McPherson Refinery during local, state, and federal agency audits and inspections.
Become familiar with and utilize various computer programs used at the refinery for environmental tracking, expense reporting, budgeting, tracking health and safety metrics, etc.
Support refinery operations with environmental guidance on day-to-day basis.
Oversee and direct contractors concerning project work scope development, project execution, and completion of reports.
Participate in on-call rotation and carry a company-issued cell phone for response to company-related environmental questions, guidance, and/or emergency response.
Monitor the budget for work area.
Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
2+ years of Environmental work experience including knowledge/working understanding of environmental regulations including Clean Water Act, TSCA, Clean Air Act and others.
Bachelor's degree highly preferred in Environmental Science or related field from an accredited four-year college or university
Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Related refining industry experience
Hazwoper 40-hour certification
Experience leading Environmental projects to evaluate environmental conditions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
wellness programs
life insurance
health and dependent care spending accounts
paid time off
401(k)
pension
profit sharing
short- and long-term disability
tuition reimbursement
adoption assistance