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EHS Manager roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in environmental science, occupational health, engineering, or a related CIP-coded STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to hire you on the 24-month extension, giving you up to 36 months total to build your compliance career in the U.S.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition Summary: The EHS Engineer is responsible for managing and overseeing the environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs within the organization to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and promote a safe, sustainable workplace. The incumbent works closely with engineering teams to integrate EHS considerations into designs, processes, and operational activities. The EHS Engineer develops and implements risk management strategies, safety protocols, and environmental sustainability initiatives, ensuring that all activities align with local, state, and federal EHS regulations. Additionally, the incumbent plays a key role in identifying potential hazards, conducting assessments, training and continuously improving safety and environmental performance across the organization.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local EHS regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and waste management regulation (RCRA) by staying current on new and changing EHS regulations, best practices, and industry standards.
- Lead and support project Risk Assessments (RA), HazOp processes, and ensure actions are incorporated into the design delivery process.
- Support the Pre-Start-Up Safety Review (PSSR) process, ensuring all relevant issues and gaps are addressed.
- Lead the development, implementation, and management of EHS policies, procedures, and programs to meet or exceed regulatory requirements.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate potential hazards in the workplace through safety assessments, inspections, and audits.
- Ensure organizational compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations through regular audits and inspections.
- Monitor local, state, and federal EHS regulations to ensure policies reflect legal and best practice changes and submit regulatory reports as necessary.
- Develop, implement, and deliver EHS training programs for employees.
- Cultivate a strong understanding of daily operations and continuously improve local EHS culture, safety, service, and operational efficiency.
- Perform other non-essential duties as assigned or may be necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of federal, state and local EHS regulations.
- Ability to perform risk assessments.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in managing projects.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager) - preferred.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- 4 - 7 Years of relatable experience in EHS program development, safety management, and implementation.
This role will be based at either our Las Vegas, NV or Indianapolis, IN Polymer Center.
Pay Range:
The pay range for this position is $95,400.00 to $131,100.00* which reflects the minimum wage in multiple jurisdictions. The actual range will depend on the locality in which you are hired.
Bonus Plan Details (if applicable):
Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.
In 2025, Republic’s total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.
Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.
Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 42,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.
Our company values guide our daily actions:
- Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
- Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
- Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
- Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
- Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 5.1 million people in 2024 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
STRATEGY
Republic Services’ strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers’ multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.
We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.
With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.
Recycling and Waste
We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers’ specific needs.
Environmental Solutions
Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.
Sustainability Innovation
Republic’s recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.
The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility. These innovative sites process rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.
Our customers are increasingly looking for decarbonization solutions, and we are leveraging our network of landfills to meet that need. Republic is committed to harnessing landfill gas, a natural byproduct of decomposing waste, and converting it to energy. Republic has partnered with renewable gas developers to construct Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) plants at our landfills, expanding beyond the 77 projects we currently have to make progress towards our goal to beneficially reuse 50% more biogas by 2030 (2017 baseline year).
RECENT RECOGNITION
- Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies
- CDP Discloser
- Dow Jones Best-In-Class Indices
- Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies
- Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies
- Great Place to Work
- Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global
Position Summary: The EHS Engineer is responsible for managing and overseeing the environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs within the organization to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and promote a safe, sustainable workplace. The incumbent works closely with engineering teams to integrate EHS considerations into designs, processes, and operational activities. The EHS Engineer develops and implements risk management strategies, safety protocols, and environmental sustainability initiatives, ensuring that all activities align with local, state, and federal EHS regulations. Additionally, the incumbent plays a key role in identifying potential hazards, conducting assessments, training and continuously improving safety and environmental performance across the organization.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local EHS regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and waste management regulation (RCRA) by staying current on new and changing EHS regulations, best practices, and industry standards.
- Lead and support project Risk Assessments (RA), HazOp processes, and ensure actions are incorporated into the design delivery process.
- Support the Pre-Start-Up Safety Review (PSSR) process, ensuring all relevant issues and gaps are addressed.
- Lead the development, implementation, and management of EHS policies, procedures, and programs to meet or exceed regulatory requirements.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate potential hazards in the workplace through safety assessments, inspections, and audits.
- Ensure organizational compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations through regular audits and inspections.
- Monitor local, state, and federal EHS regulations to ensure policies reflect legal and best practice changes and submit regulatory reports as necessary.
- Develop, implement, and deliver EHS training programs for employees.
- Cultivate a strong understanding of daily operations and continuously improve local EHS culture, safety, service, and operational efficiency.
- Perform other non-essential duties as assigned or may be necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of federal, state and local EHS regulations.
- Ability to perform risk assessments.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in managing projects.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager) - preferred.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- 4 - 7 Years of relatable experience in EHS program development, safety management, and implementation.
This role will be based at either our Las Vegas, NV or Indianapolis, IN Polymer Center.
Pay Range:
The pay range for this position is $95,400.00 to $131,100.00* which reflects the minimum wage in multiple jurisdictions. The actual range will depend on the locality in which you are hired.
Bonus Plan Details (if applicable):
Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.
In 2025, Republic’s total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.
Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.
Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 42,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.
Our company values guide our daily actions:
- Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
- Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
- Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
- Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
- Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 5.1 million people in 2024 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
STRATEGY
Republic Services’ strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers’ multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.
We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.
With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.
Recycling and Waste
We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers’ specific needs.
Environmental Solutions
Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.
Sustainability Innovation
Republic’s recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.
The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility. These innovative sites process rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.
Our customers are increasingly looking for decarbonization solutions, and we are leveraging our network of landfills to meet that need. Republic is committed to harnessing landfill gas, a natural byproduct of decomposing waste, and converting it to energy. Republic has partnered with renewable gas developers to construct Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) plants at our landfills, expanding beyond the 77 projects we currently have to make progress towards our goal to beneficially reuse 50% more biogas by 2030 (2017 baseline year).
RECENT RECOGNITION
- Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies
- CDP Discloser
- Dow Jones Best-In-Class Indices
- Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies
- Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies
- Great Place to Work
- Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an EHS Manager
Verify your degree's CIP code eligibility
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying. Environmental science, industrial hygiene, and occupational safety engineering degrees typically qualify, but the program name alone doesn't confirm eligibility, the CIP code does.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers directly whether their company is enrolled in E-Verify before you advance in the interview process. You can also check enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search tool. An unenrolled employer cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, no matter how strong the offer.
Target regulated industries with compliance hiring mandates
Prioritize EHS Manager openings at manufacturers, chemical producers, and construction firms subject to OSHA and EPA reporting requirements. These industries hire EHS professionals continuously due to regulatory obligations, making them more likely to sponsor work authorization than companies where EHS is an ad-hoc function.
Build your I-983 training plan around EHS competencies
Work with your DSO and hiring manager to write an I-983 that maps your EHS duties, incident investigation, regulatory compliance audits, safety training programs, to specific learning objectives from your STEM degree. A vague training plan invites SEVP scrutiny and can jeopardize your extension.
Search Migrate Mate for verified STEM OPT employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter EHS Manager roles by employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT hiring history. This cuts the research time of manually vetting companies and surfaces roles where your work authorization is already understood by the hiring team.
Address cap-gap timing with your offer letter dates
If your OPT EAD expires while an H-1B visa petition is pending on your behalf, cap-gap protection extends your authorization through September 30. Negotiate your EHS Manager start date with this window in mind and confirm your employer understands that your authorization continues automatically during that period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for STEM OPT as an EHS Manager?
Your degree qualifies if it appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List by its CIP code. Degrees in environmental science, occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, civil engineering, and related STEM fields commonly qualify. Your degree title alone isn't determinative, confirm the CIP code with your DSO before applying for the 24-month extension through USCIS.
Is the E-Verify requirement mandatory for all EHS Manager employers hiring STEM OPT students?
Yes. Every employer hiring you on STEM OPT must be enrolled in E-Verify, without exception. This applies regardless of company size, industry, or whether they have hired OPT students before. If an employer isn't enrolled, they cannot lawfully employ you on the 24-month extension, and you'd need to work only during your initial 12-month OPT period instead.
What should my I-983 training plan include for an EHS Manager role?
Your I-983 must connect your day-to-day EHS duties to specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. For an EHS Manager, that means documenting tasks like conducting OSHA compliance audits, developing hazard communication programs, analyzing incident data, and training employees on safety protocols. Both you and your employer must sign the form, and your DSO must authorize the extension before you begin.
How do I find EHS Manager jobs where the employer already understands STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lets you filter EHS Manager roles by employers with E-Verify enrollment and prior STEM OPT hiring experience. Focusing on regulated industries, manufacturing, chemicals, utilities, and construction, also helps, since these sectors employ EHS professionals under ongoing regulatory mandates and are more familiar with work authorization requirements than companies where EHS is a secondary function.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my employer applies for an H-1B on my behalf?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your STEM OPT work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You don't need to file separately for cap-gap, it's automatic under USCIS regulations. Confirm with your DSO that your SEVIS record reflects the cap-gap status before your EAD expiration date.