Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Environmental Engineer

Seeking Environmental Specialist (Environmental Engineer) at our terminal in Bakersfield, CA

The Environmental Specialist (Environmental Engineer) owns environmental compliance at Tricor's refining and specialty products manufacturing facility in California's San Joaquin Valley. This role runs the full calendar of air, greenhouse gas, hazardous waste and water inspections, testing and reporting. It is a single-person program with real ownership.

A great company with great pay and benefits. Tricor Refining, a subsidiary of Ergon, Inc., is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family-owned with locations throughout the U.S. and Mexico but pride ourselves on maintaining a small-company feel. This position offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package including: Profit Sharing, Matching 401(k), Health, Life, Disability, Dental, Vision, Holiday, Personal & Sick pay, Maternity/Paternity leave and more!

The Environmental Specialist (Environmental Engineer) is responsible for managing environmental permitting, compliance, and project support for the Tricor refining and specialty products manufacturing facility. This role serves as a key environmental resource to Operations and EHS teams, ensuring the facility complies with federal, state, and local regulations while supporting operational and capital projects across the company's national footprint. This position works independently on routine matters and collaborates closely with plant leadership, corporate teams, and regulatory agencies to mitigate environmental risk and support business objectives.

Job Duties:

• Air compliance: Prepare Title V annual and semi-annual reports, emission statements, flare and tank reports, and support permit renewals with the San Joaquin Valley Air District.
• Greenhouse gas & Cap-and-Trade: Track monthly GHG emissions, file California and federal GHG reports, support third-party verification, and manage allowance purchases and annual compliance surrenders.
• Emissions testing & monitoring: Run monthly portable analyzer tests on boilers and heaters, perform VOC/leak inspections and opacity readings, and coordinate periodic third-party source tests.
• Fence line monitoring: Help bring the site's fence line monitoring program online and manage it going forward.
• Hazardous waste: Conduct weekly waste area inspections, manage drum inventory and waste shipments within accumulation limits, and maintain waste records and SDS files.
• Water & spill prevention: Submit monthly wastewater reports, perform stormwater inspections, and maintain the SPCC and Facility Response plans.
• Regulatory reporting: File TRI (Form R), Tier II, TSCA and other required federal and state reports on schedule.
• Compliance calendar: Own a calendar of weekly to five-year obligations, keep clean records, and watch for rule changes.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, chemistry or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of environmental compliance experience at a refinery, chemical plant or other Title V facility
• Working knowledge of Title V, RCRA hazardous waste, SPCC, stormwater and EPA reporting programs
• Proven ability to manage a recurring compliance calendar without missed deadlines
• Solid Excel and recordkeeping skills, and comfort with agency reporting portals
• Valid driver's license with insurable driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with California Cap-and-Trade and mandatory GHG reporting
• San Joaquin Valley Air District experience
• Visible Emissions Evaluator (VEE) certification
• RCRA hazardous waste and DOT hazmat shipping training
• Hands-on use of portable combustion analyzers and VOC/LDAR monitoring equipment

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• A mix of office work and field inspections across process units, tank farm, warehouse and lab areas
• Outdoor work in Central Valley summer heat, wearing required PPE around hydrocarbons and hazardous materials
• Climbing stairs and ladders, and lifting up to 50 lb (sample equipment, gas cylinders, drums)
• Occasional early, late or weekend hours around source tests, startups and filing deadlines
• Able to meet physical requirements of the role including standing, walking for long periods, lift 50 pounds with assistance, and perform jobs that involve lifting, bending, and climbing tanks and other structures in-and outdoors in various climate and weather conditions.
• Ability to travel 20-40%, or more, as needed based on project scope

Why Ergon?

At Ergon, we are a relationship-driven, family-owned company that values the growth and contributions of each employee. Headquarters in Flowood, Mississippi, we take pride in maintaining a close-knit, small-company atmosphere while offering exceptional career opportunities. With approximately 5,000 employees, we operate in multiple sectors, including pavement & pavement preservation, specialty refining, logistics, construction, and specialty chemicals. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we are committed to fostering a workplace where talent is recognized, rewarded, and empowered.

No Walk-ins or Phone Calls will be accepted. Applicants will be contacted for interviews.

Come and join the Ergon team!

Job Role: Environmental Engineer

Location: Bakersfield, CA