Job Location: Chicago
Other Potential Locations: Chicago, IL
Anticipated Start Date: 05/01/2023
Number of Positions: 1
Salary Range: $83,500 - $111,300

Who we are and what we do

Do you want to be a part of something that really matters? Team BNSF includes professionals focused on safety and service that play a vital role in delivering the nation's freight. Together, we help move goods and materials that sustain life and support local, national and global economies. Our rail network is one of the largest freight railroads, spanning 28 western states and serving three Canadian provinces.

What we believe

At BNSF, our Vision and Values drive who we are, not only in our words, but also our actions. BNSF is committed to our foundational values of equality and inclusion. As members of the BNSF community, our employees are entitled to:

be treated with dignity and respect.
have equal access to tools, resources, training and development opportunities.
have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.

We model the way through our leadership, our BNSF Diversity Councils, our eclectic Business Resource Groups, our deep involvement and investment in the communities we serve and through training programs. Our actions create an inclusive, open and collaborative workplace that encourages diverse perspectives in all interactions.

-BNSF

Position Overview:

This position will manage and oversee compliance with federal, state and local environmental regulations and BNSF policy, as assigned by the Assistant Director Environmental Operations, with a specific focus on Operations in Illinois and Iowa, plus other states as assigned. This position requires the ability to effectively engage with various teams at BNSF facilities to identify and mitigate environmental risk. Responsibilities of this position include managing environmental inspections, sampling, and the submittal of time critical plans and reports to various governmental agencies to document compliance. Must also be able to deliver effective environmental training to a significant number of work groups. Additionally, will need to track environmental compliance data using BNSF’s Environmental Management Information System (EHS-STAR).

Must be able to efficiently manage project budgets, work orders and invoices.

Travel: 50%; BNSF Company vehicle will be provided

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The position will serve as the primary contact for all environmental compliance permits, regulations, projects, and other compliance needs in the states that are assigned.
Direct and manage environmental requirements in all areas of environmental compliance such as waste management, spill prevention control and countermeasures, storm water management, and air quality.
Actively participate in system wide discussions on environmental compliance issues, environmental strategy, and implementation of the Environmental Management System.
Maintain technical skills and knowledge in areas of environmental compliance.
Manage and communicate with federal, state and local pollution control agencies and serve as the BNSF liaison.
Proactively identify changing environmental regulation and legislation and associated requirements.
Identify and attend necessary hearings, public meetings and environmental functions, as directed, which involve BNSF.
Responsible for safety compliance on environmental projects.
Provide guidance and review of site health and safety plans.
Manage staff and consultants as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have 5 to 7 years of environmental experience, with railroad, other transportation or industrial experience preferred.
- Stormwater Management
- Wastewater Management and Drinking Water Quality
- Tier II Chemical Inventory Reporting
- Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans, including limited spill response and mitigation
- Solid, Special Waste and Hazardous Waste Management
- Asbestos and Regulations
- Air Quality Regulations

Candidate must demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills and be an innovative problem solver.
Candidate must be willing to travel and work nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary.
Must have strong organizational, management, and communication skills to deal with complex issues and heavy workload.
Must have excellent communication skills, verbal and written, to work with environmental staff, other BNSF departments, outside contractors and government agencies.
Must be able to work independently.
Must have strong knowledge of federal, state and local environmental regulations and understanding of how regulations potentially impact BNSF operations.

BENEFITS

BNSF offers competitive benefit programs and services including, but not limited to

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
401(k) Plan
Railroad Retirement
Life Insurance
Incentive Compensation Plan (ICP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS

Criminal history
Last 7 years of driving history
Last 5 years of employment history to include military service
Social Security number
Education

MEDICAL REVIEW ELEMENTS:

Medical evaluation
Drug Screen
Other elements as needed

DRUG TEST ELEMENTS:

Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. A TWIC is a condition of employment for such positions and requires candidates to those positions to submit to a TSA security assessment (to include, but not limited to, providing: biographic information; identity documents; fingerprints; digital photograph). More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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