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Waste Remediation Specialist
Job in
Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77002, USA
Listed on 2026-09-07
Listing for:
Plains
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-07
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Waste Management, Environmental Compliance & Protection, Environmental Engineer, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Plains is seeking a Waste Remediation Specialist to manage waste streams across our midstream energy infrastructure. In this role, you will assess sites, characterize hazardous and non-hazardous materials, and oversee safe, compliant handling, transportation, and disposal activities. You will develop remediation plans, maintain detailed environmental and regulatory records, and support audits. Working closely with Operations, HSE, and Engineering, you'll drive waste minimization, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives while promoting Plains' safety-first, performance-driven culture.
Responsibilities
- Oversee remediation of waste streams from midstream energy operations in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Conduct site assessments, sampling, and classification of hazardous and non hazardous materials
- Coordinate waste handling, storage, transportation, and disposal with internal teams and approved vendors
- Develop and implement remediation and waste minimization plans, including tracking and reporting
- Maintain detailed environmental, safety, and regulatory documentation and support audits
- Collaborate with Operations, HSE, and Engineering to improve processes and reduce environmental risk
- Lead or support incident investigations and corrective actions related to waste releases
- Provide technical guidance and training to field staff on proper waste management procedures
- Monitor contractor performance, safety compliance, and remediation quality in the field
- Contribute to continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives across Plains' assets
Required Skills
- Waste characterization and classification
- Environmental site assessment
- Remediation planning and execution
- Knowledge of RCRA and hazardous waste regulations
- Sampling and analytical data interpretation
- Environmental reporting and documentation
- Vendor and contractor management
- Incident investigation and root cause analysis
- HSE and regulatory compliance
- GIS or environmental data management software
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