Environmental & Hazardous Materials Compliance Specialist

Tesla is seeking a dynamic environmental professional to join the Environmental, Health and Safety Team (EHS). The role will support hazardous material programs in the Bay Area. Reporting to the EHS leadership, this role will be responsible for performing complex technical work across hazardous material programs, including tracking and maintaining chemical inventory, preparing hazardous material reports and documents, and ensuring compliance with hazardous material storage across Tesla facilities in the Bay Area. This role works closely with the Fire Prevention and Response team and the Environmental Specialist for Solid Waste Management. They will serve as the internal subject matter expert and advise and influence internal business partners to achieve environmental and hazardous material performance goals. Be part of the Tesla EHS Team that builds capacity, provides solutions, and drives continuous improvement throughout the Global Tesla Organization.


Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain Hazardous Material Business Plans(HMBP) as well as record keeping requirements as it relates to Hazardous Waste Operations, including but not limited to: manifests, training records, compliance inspections, and regulatory reports
• Manage training (RCRA, DOT, HAZWOPER, Safety, etc.) requiredfor hazardous waste technicians and document training rosters for record keeping and support the completion of waste classifications for new waste streams, sample coordinating, data analysis, and creation of new vendor waste profiles as well as the completion of regulatory reports for EPA other regulatory agencies as assigned
• Partner with Fire Engineers, EHS, Design Managers, FireEngineers and manufacturing stakeholders to ensure compliance with hazardous material storage maximum allowable quantities (MAQs) and to develop new/improve existing databases for chemicals and hazardous materials while tracking purchases related to chemicals or hazardous materials
• Manage the chemical inventory auditing program by partnering with EHS and production stakeholders as well as administer chemical approval process using established procedures
• Ensure compliance with proper labeling and placarding across HMIS, NFPA, and GHS requirements as well as compliance with codes adopted by Storey County related to daily compliance and on routine inspections
• Support audits and inquiries from regulatory agencies, including EPA, NDEP, and local Fire Departments while monitoring and analyzing the developing trends and changes in regulatory compliance laws, rules, and regulations
• Assist in planning for changes in physical facilities, reviewing new or modified equipment and new manufacturing programs to meet regulatory and company requirements

Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Fire Protection Engineering (or related discipline), or equivalent experience
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), or willingness to obtain
• Minimum 5+ years of experience supporting hazardous material programs
• Ability to classify hazardous materials in relation to IFC, IBC, and codes adopted by Storey County, and general foundational knowledge of IBC, IFC, DOT, and HAZWOPER laws, regulations, and standards
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently, prioritize workflow, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-faceted projects in a fast-paced environment, where demands and priorities change rapidly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact at all levels of the organization as well as strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (proficient in spreadsheet development, word processing, presentation software and database applications)
• Previous experience maintaining and/or auditing compliance records, preparing HMBPs and managing regulatory/agency inspections

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program


Expected Compensation

$70,400 - $240,000/annual salary, depending on level + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.