John Launius
About John Launius
John Launius is a Lead Environmental Specialist at Enable Midstream Partners, where he has worked since 2014. He has a diverse background in environmental compliance and safety, holding various positions in organizations such as Union Pacific Railroad and CenterPoint Energy.
Work at Enable Midstream Partners
John Launius has served as the Lead Environmental Specialist at Enable Midstream Partners since 2014. In this role, he manages compliance programs for two bulk crude oil storage facilities, focusing on FRP and ERP compliance. His responsibilities include overseeing management personnel during regulatory agency inspections, compliance audits, and emergency response activities. Launius also conducts regulatory compliance assessments and provides status reports to management on critical compliance issues.
Previous Experience in Environmental Compliance
Prior to his current position, John Launius worked at CenterPoint Energy as an Environmental Health and Safety Lead Specialist from 2008 to 2014. He also held the role of EHS Compliance Supervisor at Commercial Metals Company from 1995 to 2003. His experience includes coordinating field emergency response activities for pipeline and rail transportation, as well as overseeing compliance with various environmental regulations.
Background in Environmental Regulation
John Launius began his career at the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality, where he served as a District Field Inspector from 1987 to 1995. He also worked as an Environmental Analyst at the Arkansas Department of Transportation for eight months in 2004. His background includes extensive knowledge of federal and state regulations, including DOT, CWA, RCRA, NPDES, SARA, FRA, CERCLA, and TSCA.
Education and Expertise
John Launius earned a Bachelor's degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Arkansas Tech University, studying from 1983 to 1987. His educational background supports his expertise in environmental compliance and safety management. Launius has developed a strong foundation in environmental science, which he applies in his current role and throughout his career.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout his career, John Launius has held various positions that have contributed to his expertise in environmental health and safety. He worked as a Safety Health and Environmental Coordinator at Koppers Inc. from 2006 to 2008 and as an Engineer/Conductor at Union Pacific Railroad for one year in 2005-2006. His diverse roles have provided him with a comprehensive understanding of environmental regulations and compliance management.