Environmental Specialist I

SUMMARY

Under the guidance of the IES Technical Manager (or designee), Environmental Specialist I will support the Environmental team at an active bulk fuels terminal, located in Kapolei, Oahu, Hawaii. This role offers a mix of field and office work, with a focus on helping the team maintain compliance with environmental regulations related to petroleum storage, handling, and distribution. Environmental Specialist I will gain hands-on experience with waste management, air emissions, spill prevention, stormwater programs, and environmental reporting within a fuel logistics operation. Occasional inter-island travel may be necessary to support neighbor island compliance activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Support environmental compliance programs including SPCC (Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure), stormwater, air emissions, remediation, and waste management.
2. Help track and document throughput, emissions, and waste data for regulatory reporting.
3. Participate in stormwater sampling, inspections, and permit compliance activities (e.g., SWPPP).
4. Maintain environmental records, logs, and compliance documentation.
5. Assist in preparing and sending reports to regulatory agencies.
6. Assist in internal audits as needed.

OTHER DUTIES

1. Performs a variety of special assignments as directed.
2. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

1. Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
3. Valid Driver’s License

Skills

1. Strong attention to detail, especially in recordkeeping
2. Good analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
3. Clear written and verbal communication skills
4. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
5. Strong organizational and time management skills
6. Positive attitude and team orientated spirit
7. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
8. Reliable and dependable; follows direction and is open to feedback
9. Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety and proper use of equipment and procedures

Other Requirements

1. Willingness to embrace and demonstrate IES core values: Kina’ole, Aloha, Lōkahi, and Ho‘ohana
2. This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing
3. Must be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within 60 days of hire

WHAT WE OFFER

• A mission-driven, inclusive environment focused on both individual and collective success.
• Opportunities for professional development to help you reach your career goals.
• Access to tools, mentorship, and resources tailored to elevate your proficiency and contributions.

PAY AND BENEFITS

Island Energy Services offers a competitive salary that commensurate with qualifications and experience.   The annualized salary range for this position is $69,500 to $86,800.  

While the position is being advertised with a salary range, starting compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, demonstrated capabilities, and overall alignment with the role.  This range is not a guarantee of a specific salary. Compensation may vary based on education, experience, skills, internal equity, budget considerations, and other job-related factors.

IES offers all eligible employees a top-tier comprehensive health and welfare benefits package to include up to full family medical, dental and vision from day one of employment.  We offer paid vacation, paid sick leave, holidays, 401k and generous employer matching, group life and AD&D coverage, supplemental voluntary insurance options, flexible spending, and much more! 

COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION

At IES, we believe in a skills-first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti-exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential.

Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable—and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us.

Interested in applying? Submit your application here <insert link>. We look forward to welcoming you! 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job the incumbent physical requirements are:

• This position frequently works in an outdoor environment under various weather conditions including but not limited to; rain, wind, sunlight, heat, changes in temperature and strong odors.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of times on hard and uneven surfaces.
• Ability to operate and use all equipment as necessary. Vision and depth perception are required.
• Ability to bend, carry, push, pull, stoop, squat, twist and kneel in narrow spaces.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, drug test, criminal background check, functional capacity examination and a driver history review.  This is an exempt position under FLSA regulations.