Regulatory (HazMat) Compliance Specialist at American Tower Corporation in Woburn, Massachusetts

Job Description:

The Team

We
are seeking a Hazardous Materials (“HazMat”) Compliance Specialist to join
American Tower’s Compliance team within the U.S. Tower division’s Legal organization.  This team ensures compliance with federal, state, and
local laws and regulations pertaining to hazardous materials. Day to day
you prepare and process compliance filings for the
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (“SARA”) for Hazardous Material
Business Plans. As a HazMat
Compliance Specialist, you will partner cross-functionally to resolve
documentation discrepancies and complete and update compliance filings.

Our Core Principles are the foundation of our culture,
and we’re focused on achieving continued success by thinking long-term, leading
with values, and creating value with decisions. Come grow your career with us! 

What You Can Offer Us 

• 
  Maintain an
  up to date understanding of regulatory changes and requirements at the federal,
  state, and local level, as well as about industry best practices, and
  incorporate those into internal policies and procedures. Support
  regulatory advocacy efforts and train coworkers on HazMat compliance processes.
  


• Ensure accurate HazMat inventory in the
  department’s site audit system. Maintain records of compliance documents, conduct
  routine follow ups with regulatory agencies, and assist with coordinating
  inspections.


• Evaluate the
  compliance status of acquired assets and work with regulatory agencies to
  determine the appropriate method for compliance curatives.


• Prepare
  SARA Title III Tier II Hazardous Chemical Inventory reports and site-specific
  hazardous materials plans for submittal to regulatory agencies, including
  preparing new and updating existing agency filings. Prepare and submit
  applications for air emissions permits, fuel storage, and other HazMat issues;
  ensure compliance with permits and related plans, including spill prevention, control
  and counter measure plans, and Operations and Maintenance Plans.


• Work
  with the Network Operations Center and Field Operations employees, as well as
  contractors, to coordinate and monitor HazMat compliance responses during
  contamination incidents, performing non-routine and technical HazMat compliance
  tasks with minimal supervision.


• Oversee
  HazMat projects related to asbestos and lead surveys or abatements, ensuring
  proper management of hazardous and non-hazardous solid waste. Assist with managing
  and overseeing consultants and contractors.  


• Other duties as assigned.

• 
  Bachelor’s degree in
  Environmental Sciences preferred.
  


• 
  Between 2–4 years of experience
  hazardous materials management experience in lieu of degree, including
  experience with requirements from local, state, and federal agencies such as
  the federal Environmental Protection Agency, state environmental protection
  agencies, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and National Fire Protection
  Association.
  


• Ability to understand and apply government regulations related to
  hazardous materials and wastes.


• Working knowledge of hazardous material, including hazardous wastes,
  asbestos, and other materials.


• Strong written and oral communication
  skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and
  effectively.


• Ability to work with different functional
  groups and levels of employees to effectively and professionally achieve
  results.


• Strong
  organizational skills; ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed
  upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a
  fast-paced environment.

American Tower is proud to
be an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an applicant
or employee based on age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race,
color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status,
familial status, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information,
pregnancy or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.