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Regional CEM Coordinator

Covanta
United States, Connecticut, Preston
May 21, 2026

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of CEMS, the Regional CEMS Coordinator serves as the technical and compliance authority for Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) across multiple Reworld TTF facilities. This is a high-visibility, mission-critical role responsible for ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and regulatory defensibility of emissions monitoring data.

The successful candidate will provide regional oversight of QA/QC execution, audit readiness, maintenance strategies, and change management, while working collaboratively with plant personnel, environmental staff, and corporate stakeholders.

Location: East Coast Region - based at or near a Reworld TTF facility
Reports to: Director, CEMS
Travel: Approximately 30%

Key Responsibilities

CEMS Compliance & Quality Assurance

  • Provide regional oversight of QA/QC activities for all CEMS and associated Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) within the assigned region.
  • Ensure daily calibration drift checks, QA/QC documentation, and maintenance records are accurate, complete, and compliant with applicable federal, state, and local regulations (including 40 CFR Part 60 and Appendix F), permits, consent decrees, and Reworld CEMS policies.
  • Periodically review site QA/QC practices and records to verify consistency and regulatory compliance.

Audits & Regulatory Testing

  • Coordinate and oversee required audit activities, including quarterly cylinder gas audits, opacity audits, and annual Relative Accuracy Test Audits (RATAs).
  • Ensure audit readiness through pre-test inspections, QA maintenance, corrective actions, and documentation review.
  • Provide on-site support and technical supervision during audits as required.

Maintenance & System Reliability

  • Review and implement preventive and corrective maintenance strategies to maximize CEMS reliability and data availability.
  • Coordinate updates to routine and preventive maintenance procedures as needed.
  • Establish and maintain appropriate spare parts inventories for all CEMS components across assigned facilities.

Change Management & System Modifications

  • Coordinate and oversee all changes, upgrades, or modifications to CEMS hardware, software, and DAS configurations.
  • Ensure all system changes are properly documented, reviewed for regulatory impact, and implemented in compliance with applicable requirements and internal policies.
  • Verify that no unauthorized system modifications have occurred during periodic site inspections.

Inspections & Oversight

  • Conduct semi-annual on-site inspections of each CEMS to verify system configuration, maintenance practices, and documentation accuracy.
  • Confirm ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements and Reworld standards.

Reporting & Issue Escalation

  • Provide regular regional status reports summarizing system performance, data availability, and significant non-routine events affecting CEMS operation.
  • Promptly notify the CEMS/Testing Department of any issues that could impact system accuracy, data availability, or the ability to perform scheduled audits or regulatory testing.
  • Support root cause analysis and corrective action development for significant CEMS events.

Position Requirements

Education & Experience

  • Associate's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience working with CEMS, analytical instrumentation, or emissions compliance systems preferred.

Technical Skills

  • Working knowledge of CEMS regulations, QA/QC requirements, and audit processes.
  • Experience with DAS validation, emissions data review, and documentation practices.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel for data review and analysis.

Professional Skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with plant personnel, corporate leadership, and regulatory representatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and influence across multiple facilities without direct line authority.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a regional environment.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $100,400.00 - $133,500.00 USD. For hourly roles, this is the annualized salary. To calculate the hourly rate, divide by 2080.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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