60 Reworld Environment Jobs Hiring Near You

Who we are
For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.
Our Vision
Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.
Our Business
Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.
Our Value
Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.
All that we're missing is you. Apply today!
About the role
The Environmental Compliance Specialist is a member of Reworld's Environmental team who ensures ongoing regulatory compliance, completes environmental testing, leads efforts to renew and secure facility permits, and teams with other Reworld staff on growth opportunities across the firm.
This position is based at the Reworld SEMASS Thermomechanical Treatment Facility (TTF) in Rochester, MA. This position reports to the Senior SEMASS Environmental Compliance Specialist and works closely with the Regional Landfill Manager and Regional Environmental Director to cover other environmental programs. In addition, this position supports other Reworld satellite facilities across Central and Eastern Massachusetts, including transfer stations (TS's), landfills (LF's), and material processing facilities (MPFs). Effort breakdown is approximately 50% for SEMASS TTF and 50% for supporting facilities.
This position is responsible for various environmental activities including: regulatory compliance testing and reporting (air, ash, solid waste, storm water, wastewater, potable water, programs, etc.), permitting for ongoing and expanded facility permits to construct and operate, teaming with other Reworld staff for growth opportunities, and overseeing the SEMASS community outreach program for the diversion of mercury and mercury-containing products from the waste stream.
Key Responsibilities

• Teams with the Senior SEMASS Environmental Compliance Specialist to ensure that all environmental testing, permitting, and compliance programs for the SEMASS TTF meet federal, state, and local requirements. These include air and continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS) programs, solid waste programs, and all water programs (stormwater, wastewater, potable water).
• Ensures testing documentation, records, and submittals are complete, accurate, timely, and maintained in accordance with regulatory and Reworld internal standards.

• Analyzes and interprets testing and environmental data to assess compliance status, identify trends, and support continuous improvement opportunities in operational and environmental performance.
• Manages environmental testing for the Reworld satellite facilities to address air, solid waste, and water regulatory programs either directly or in combination with subcontractors (consultants, engineers, testing laboratories). Prepares and submits related environmental compliance reports to applicable agencies.
• Conducts periodic environmental walkdowns of Reworld facilities to review compliance with the required environmental programs and prepares inspection summary reports for distribution to the Facility operations team.
• Monitors changes in federal and state environmental regulations and methodologies, evaluates their impacts on existing environmental programs, and supports updates to test plans and compliance strategies.
• Attends regulatory conferences and webinars to keep current on proposed changes to regulations and standards that may affect Reworld facilities.

Education Desired

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (Chemical, Mechanical, Civil/Environmental) or a related Scientific discipline (Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Biology). Substitute experience (Power Plant/Industrial Operations, Military) might be considered, depending on the candidate.

Experience and Knowledge Desired

• Three to five or more years of direct, relevant environmental experience is desired. Can be a combination of work experience and education.

• Knowledge or experience in Power Plant operations or similar industrial, commercial, or military operations (boilers, etc.) and applicable air pollution control systems is desired.
• Familiarity with solid waste facility operations including transfer stations, landfills, and/or material processing and recycling facilities is desired.
• Experience interacting with regulatory agencies and communicating technical information to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of environmental and operational data management systems.
• Knowledge of environmental testing, monitoring and reporting.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong ability to work independently while effectively collaborating in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to meet reporting and testing deadlines and requirements across multiple regulatory programs (air, solid waste, water, hazardous waste, etc.) and multiple agencies (federal, state, local).
• Strong written, verbal communication, and listening skills, including technical documentation and presentations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft software platforms: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint. Experience with Copilot is a plus.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, environmental sustainability and stewardship, and continuous improvement.
• Professional Certification(s) are a plus, including Massachusetts-registered Professional Engineer and Massachusetts-registered Drinking Water Operator.

Other Requirements

• Day travel (10%-20%) supports satellite Reworld facilities in Eastern and Central Massachusetts.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, or holidays (occasionally) to support environmental permitting, testing, and compliance duties.
• Must be able to work in all locations within the plant, in extreme heat and cold, and in dusty, noisy, and wet conditions. Must be able to wear a respirator, climb a ladder to access equipment and work from heights using fall protection, lift heavy objects, and perform other manual labor, including pushing, pulling, sweeping, and shoveling.
• Reworld is a smoke-free worksite.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.
Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
Pay Transparency
Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.
The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $87,300.00 - $116,200.00 USD per annum
Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person-and their families-through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.
Our DEI Commitment
Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Know Your Rights (Click to view poster)
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the 'Contact Us' button. Under Inquires, select 'Careers' in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message. In the message section, please note this is a 'Job Application Accommodation Request'.
Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms
Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.