This Environmental Compliance Specialist will be based at the corporate office and involved in environmental compliance at UniFirst locations across the United States and Canada. UniFirst’s laundry operations have, as applicable, wastewater discharge permits, air emissions permits, and other environmental compliance requirements as may be required by local, state or federal laws.

Responsibilities:

• A working knowledge of environmental regulations.
• Compiles, maintains, and evaluates environmental data
• Assists our laundry locations with data collections and reporting
• Experience with wastewater and air permitting application processes
• Work as a liaison between UniFirst and Local, State, and Federal agencies
• Ensure the on-time filing of accurate reports to agencies
• Work in conjunction with other corporate offices and provide the environmental compliance perspective relative to upgrading and changing system and processes
• Demonstrate and assist with good environmental practices at locations
• Perform compliance audits in conjunction with local managers and provide input for corrective actions

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited four-year college required, emphasis on Environmental Science or Engineering
• Work experience in environmental compliance of wastewater, air emissions and/or stormwater
• Knowledge of environmental sampling procedures and laboratory analysis
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to interact with management, outside consultants and governmental entities
• Professional and helpful attitude
• Willingness to collaborate with others and problem-solve
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain reasonable deadlines
• Travel up to 20%
• Clean driving record

• Ability to obtain passport for Canadian travel

The estimated annual salary for this position ranges from $78,211 to $104,073. Actual compensation will vary based on factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Geographic differentials may also apply depending on the position’s location. There is no application deadline for this role; recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. 

Benefits & Perks: 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses. UniFirst is an international leader in garment & Uniform services industry. We currently employ over 16,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.