Position Summary:
Due to continued organizational growth and increasing regulatory complexity, the Environmental Compliance Specialist plays a critical role in supporting Penske’s commitment to operating in an environmentally responsible manner and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
This position provides consistent, on-the-ground environmental compliance support to field operations and maintenance teams, ensuring corporate environmental programs are implemented effectively and consistently across all applicable operations.
This role supports all Penske operational lines, including leasing, logistics, repair, retail, and customer on-site operations.
The Environmental Compliance Specialist serves as a primary environmental resource for operations leadership and maintenance staff, supporting regulatory inspections, regulated waste and materials management, storage tank compliance, vendor coordination, training, documentation, and continuous improvement of corporate environmental programs.
The position actively collaborates with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies to support inspections, corrective actions, and ongoing compliance obligations.
This position reports to the Environmental Compliance Manager in the Corporate Environmental Services Department. The role is based in North Carolina and covers a defined regional area (including, but not limited to, North Carolina, South Carolina, parts of Georgia, and West Virginia). Frequent travel to Penske operational locations is required; a company-provided service vehicle is provided.
Major Responsibilities:
- Conduct routine environmental compliance site visits across assigned locations, evaluating hazardous waste management, storage tanks, stormwater conditions, and overall environmental controls.
- Perform internal environmental compliance reviews in alignment with corporate audit and self-review programs; document findings and initiate corrective actions.
- Support and attend regulatory inspections conducted by federal, state, and local agencies; assist with coordination, communication, and follow-up actions.
- Track, manage, and drive completion of corrective actions to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
- Provide on-site guidance and environmental support to operations and maintenance teams, reinforcing proper handling, storage, and documentation practices.
- Support environmental training efforts by reinforcing requirements in the field and assessing training effectiveness during site visits.
- Assist with the implementation of new or evolving operational programs, including mobile maintenance operations, customer on-site locations, and facility startups or transitions.
- Coordinate with environmental vendors, contractors, and consultants to support waste management, tank compliance, and other environmental activities.
- Provide field support for environmental projects, including spill response, storage tank activities, stormwater controls, and environmental assessments.
- Perform additional environmental duties and projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational/Industrial Hygiene, Safety, or a related field.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an environmental compliance role supporting industrial, transportation, or multi-site operations.
- Strong working knowledge of federal EPA regulations and applicable state environmental programs, including:
- Hazardous waste management (RCRA)
- Hazardous materials / chemical inventory reporting (e.g., Tier II or state equivalents)
- Storage tank compliance (UST/AST)
- Stormwater compliance (NPDES permits, SWPPP implementation)
- Wastewater and air compliance fundamentals
- Experience supporting environmental inspections, managing corrective actions, and coordinating with regulatory agencies.
- Ability to apply regulatory requirements in operational environments and translate them into practical field execution.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with operations teams, vendors, and regulators.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with environmental or EHS data management systems preferred.
- Ability to travel up to 70% of work time. Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record required.
- Preferred qualifications include professional certifications such as CHMM, PE, PG, REM, or REP; multi-site operational experience; and bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
Physical Requirements:
- The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Penske offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of associates and their families.
About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions
Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.
Job Category: Other Corporate
Job Family: Health, Safety, & Security
Address: 11115 Texland Blvd
Primary Location: US-NC-Charlotte
Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.
Req ID: 2604779
