James Earle Easter, Jr.
Graham, NC 27253
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Self directed and detailed oriented Environmental Compliance Analyst with a
rich background in Environmental Compliance Analyst, Reporting and
Management.
Consistent Record in Improving Processes and Increasing Efficiency
Superior Managerial Experience
Results Oriented, Solution Focused Team Player
Superior Hazardous Waste Management
Excellent Communication Skills
Over 17 years of Environmental Solutions
History of Training In:
*Resource Conservation *Hazardous Waste *Superfund Amendments
Recovery Act Operations. Industrial and Reauthorization
Hygiene Act/ CERCLA
*Occupational Safety *Fuel Tank Systems *Code of Federal
and Health Regulations. Division
of Water and Air
Quality.
*USEPA, USDOT, NCDENR, *Microsoft Office *Hazardous Materials
LADEQ, OHSA
Proficient in Microsoft Office Software, Oracle, PDI Enterprise, PDI RMS,
TITAN Cloud, Fort client SSLVPN, Acorde, Microsoft Visio Pro, Adobe Acrobat
9 Pro, Viraynet.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
The Pantry, Inc. (Kangaroo Express), Cary, NC.
Environmental Prevention Manager, 2013-Present
As Environmental Prevention Manager I manage program development for
corporate policies and procedures regarding environmental compliance. In
this role, I audit and evaluate all current and incoming Fuel Underground
Storage Tanks (UST) Compliance data. I lead the development and adoption of
tools to advance the analysis and utilization of regulatory compliance
data; I manage compliance data integrity and consistency across 13
operating States for various service levels. I consistently build and
redefine the Standard Operating Procedures for our Release Prevention
Analyst to utilize and ensure we are building towards long and short term
corporate goals. I work closely with 3rd party vendors to ensure the
company's expectations are meet and revise, renew and develop new service
contracts as needed. I work cross-functionally with construction,
maintenance, supply, pricing, financial and risk groups to ensure zero
compliance breaches. I ensure data is accurately collected and outline the
expected data return for all compliance services. I act as the subject
matter expert and technical lean for our component data information system
and the processes associated with working within the system. I create
annual operating budgets for fixed and variable expenses. I generate trend
analysis of compliance performance, suggesting areas and actions. I
executive level reports utilizing gauges, bar graphs, pivot tables based on
calculated trends, ratios, projections and forecasting. I work
independently with minimal supervision.
The Pantry, Inc. (Kangaroo Express), Cary, NC.
Release Prevention Analyst, 2011-2012
As Release Prevention Analyst I coordinate the processing of corporate
environmental compliance and release prevention data from internal and
external sources for over 410 locations. I ensure Class A/B and C operator
requirements are met per the Energy Act of 2005. I manage release detection
requirements, testing, permitting, ATG connectivity, Government reporting
requirements for over 1200 Underground Storage Tank Systems (UST). I
conduct new UST installations and upgrades that are in compliance with
USEPA and state regulatory requirements. I develop trend/ risk analysis
reports to determine areas of opportunity for company management to lower
exposure by proactively addressing potential environmental risk. I analyze
the overall process and work to minimize operating budgets while
maintaining full compliance at each UST facility. Additionally, I maintain
periodic reporting requirements, conduct site inspections and manage third
party contractors both through Maintenance and Construction divisions. I
work daily to minimize budgetary impacts through ongoing development of
technical expertise and regulatory knowledge base.
Eagle-SWS. Greensboro, NC.
Service Center Manager, 2010
As Service Center Manager for Eagle-SWS - Greensboro, North Carolina, I
plan, organize, coordinate and monitor all onsite functions with budgetary
and operational capabilities. I established weekly profitability analysis
reports, project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards
within boundaries of corporate policy. I generated estimates for projects
with a detailed scope, assumption, pricing schedule and requirements. I
maintain a high level of professionalism while interfacing with customer
representatives, contractors, consultants, regulatory officials and all
other key personal. I track and manage financial aspects of contracts to
ensure timelines and budgets are met. I ensure new employee development,
employee training, employee evaluations, and new hires. As Service Center
Manager I was completely responsible for all field services, emergency
response services, and technical services that exceed client's
expectations.
Clean Harbors Environmental Services Inc., Reidsville, NC
Apollo Program Manager, 2007 - 2009
As an Apollo Program Manager I developed and executed the Hazardous Waste
Management Program applicable to EHS, Hazardous Waste, Regulated Medical
Waste, Universal Waste, Chemical Waste, Solid Waste and all other Non-
Hazardous Non-Regulated Waste at a customer's location. Additional task
associated within the program include developing, and writing Standard
Operation Procedures for safely handling all waste streams. Insuring that
all waste is properly packaged, profiled and labeled prior to shipment,
conducting site specific compliance inspections, audits and all record
keeping. In addition, I am responsible for all emergency response
activities dealing with chemical spills, scheduling of onsite personal and
executing sampling techniques, waste identification, waste profiling, waste
compatibility and segregation, lab packing, container marking and labeling,
and document preparation (manifests, LDR forms, etc.).
NyeTech of North Carolina, Inc., Raleigh, NC
Operations Manager, 2001 - 2007
I performed administrative and technical review of Industrial Services.
Established Occupational Safety Policies and Operating Procedures (OHSA).
Additionally I evaluated profitability. Also, maintained vehicle and
equipment maintenance and safety inspections. I provided client support,
claims analysis, worker's compensation, and management of materials
development. Initiated resource coordination for a wide variety of private
and public organizations, including construction, manufacturing,
industrial, and small municipalities.
I developed a Waste Management Program that executed a $200,000 annual
cost-savings utilizing technological advancements in waste to energy
options.
I designed and implemented SOPs and Compliance Guidelines for 10 day
transfer, 180 day and 90 day Hazardous Waste Storage Locations.
EDUCATIONAL and CERTIFICATIONS HISTORY
*Alamance College (AA) *30 - Hour *NC Registered
Occupational Safety Environmental
and Health Standards Compliance.
Environmental Studies for the Construction
(BA) Industry
University of North
Carolina- Greensboro
*OSHA Authorized *40 - Hour 49 CFR *Site Supervisor
Trainer - 30 and 10 173.12 Lab Pack Training for Hazardous
Hour Compliance Regulations Training Waste
*40 - Hour Hazardous *Emergency Spill *ISO 14001, 9001
Waste Operations Response and
Prevention
REFERENCES
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LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
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