Requisition ID: 1824
Location: ULA - Decatur
Relocation: No
Travel Requirements: 10%
At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.
Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!
Job Overview & Responsibilities
EHS Technical Support Representative – Environmental Operations
Position Summary
The EHS Technical Support Representative provides hands-on support for environmental compliance programs and environmental operations across the facility. This position is responsible for the operation and monitoring of industrial wastewater treatment systems, management of hazardous waste accumulation areas, hazardous waste packaging and shipment preparation, environmental inspections, and support of regulatory compliance activities.
The successful candidate will work closely with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Facilities, Production Operations, Engineering, and external waste disposal vendors to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations while supporting safe and efficient facility operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Wastewater Operations
- Operate, monitor, and maintain industrial wastewater treatment and wastewater neutralization systems.
- Perform routine wastewater sampling, testing, and analysis.
- Monitor wastewater system operating parameters and make adjustments as required to maintain compliance.
- Maintain wastewater treatment logs, operating records, and regulatory documentation.
- Support wastewater permit compliance activities.
- Coordinate wastewater system inspections and preventive maintenance activities.
- Identify and report equipment malfunctions, process upsets, and environmental concerns.
Hazardous Waste Management
- Collect, transport, and manage hazardous waste generated throughout the facility.
- Perform hazardous waste container inspections and ensure proper labeling, storage, and segregation.
- Maintain hazardous waste accumulation areas in compliance with applicable regulations and company requirements.
- Package hazardous waste for shipment in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate waste pickups with approved disposal vendors.
- Prepare hazardous waste manifests and supporting shipment documentation.
- Track waste generation, storage, and disposal records.
- Support waste minimization and pollution prevention initiatives.
Environmental Compliance Support
- Conduct routine environmental inspections and compliance assessments.
- Assist with compliance activities associated with hazardous waste, wastewater, stormwater, air emissions, and chemical management programs.
- Maintain environmental permits, records, reports, and compliance documentation.
- Assist with regulatory audits and inspections.
- Support environmental incident investigations and corrective action implementation.
- Assist in maintaining environmental databases and tracking systems.
Chemical Management Support
- Assist with chemical inventory management and storage compliance.
- Verify proper chemical labeling and storage practices.
- Support Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management activities.
- Assist with environmental reviews of new chemicals and processes.
Facility and Operational Support
- Perform field inspections throughout manufacturing and support areas.
- Provide environmental compliance guidance to employees and supervisors.
- Support emergency response activities involving hazardous materials and environmental incidents.
- Assist with special environmental projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Participate in environmental training activities as required.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance requirements.
- Ability to identify environmental compliance concerns and recommend corrective actions.
- Ability to interpret technical procedures and environmental permits.
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to regulatory compliance.
- Ability to work effectively with employees at all organizational levels.
- Some overtime may be required for this role
Required Education
High School/GED
Required Years of Experience
Minimum of 2 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years of industrial, environmental, wastewater treatment, hazardous waste, manufacturing, facilities, or related experience.
- Ability to read and understand environmental procedures and regulations.
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent walking throughout manufacturing, laboratory, and outdoor work areas.
- Ability to lift and move containers, equipment, and materials up to 35 pounds.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including respirators when necessary.
- Ability to work around chemicals, hazardous waste, industrial equipment, and outdoor environmental conditions.
- Ability to climb stairs, bend, stoop, and perform physical inspections.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Chemistry, Industrial Technology, or related field.
- Experience operating industrial wastewater treatment systems.
- Experience managing hazardous waste in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of RCRA hazardous waste regulations.
- Experience with wastewater permitting and compliance programs.
- DOT hazardous materials shipping experience.
- Experience working in aerospace, manufacturing, industrial, or government-regulated environments.
What makes ULA different?
Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.
We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:
- 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
- Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible work environments
Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.
Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR).This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).
ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).
Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted.
