Environmental Specialist
Environmental Specialist
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Job Description
Targeted hourly pay : $22
BENEFITS
Veolias comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies as well as health dental and vision insurance. In addition employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
Position Purpose:
This Veolia North America position provides onsite environmental services at client facilities in the Marlborough/
Worcester area. They ensure that the client is compliant with environmental health and safety regulations during
all phases of storage transportation and disposal services. Responsibilities include manifesting packaging spill
response labeling loading/unloading coordinating transportation and sampling/profiling material while adhering
to state and federal regulations.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
- Develop an understanding of OSHA regulations as well as Veolia North America Health and Safety
practices. - Collection and transport of waste materials from the many areas on a customer site to appropriate storage location for identification and packaging.
- Performing inspections to include satellite accumulation areas (SAA) main or central accumulation areas (MAA/CAA) safety equipment spill response equipment and vehicles.
- Preparation of chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal including creation of all
federal/state waste documents and managing the paperwork for the material. - Safe handling of hazardous waste containers on client sites as well as loading/unloading of waste from vehicles.
- Occasionally perform and document Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) audits for clients.
- Deliver exceptional customer service providing outstanding support and innovative solutions to our clients.
- Develop a highlevel of state and federal regulatory expertise ensuring our clients compliance needs are met (e.g RCRA DOT and OSHA).
- Conduct spill response measures including the assessment of the spills and cleanup efforts.
- Become familiar with all U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT)/Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) and VESTS regulations required in submitting paper work to expedite disposal of hazardous waste. - The Environmental Specialist frequently handles hazardous chemicals and biological waste and is
responsible for putting on and taking off personal protective equipment. This role is considered safety
sensitive.
Qualifications :
Education/Experience/Background:
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in the hazardouswaste industry or relevant military experience.
- Prior relevant industry experience.
- Prior successful experience in a customer service role.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to work as a member of a team as well as individually.
- Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication abilities to effectively interact with clients
colleagues and stakeholders ensuring clear and professional exchanges of information. - Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues develop solutions and implement strategies to achieve positive outcomes.
- Skilled in building strong positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Ability to work overtime on a regular basis.
- Must be willing to work flexible hours within the work week (Monday through Friday).
- Ability to complete a 2 to 3 year professional advancement program in hazardous waste management.
- Must have a reliable form of transportation.
- Must be willing to consent to Motor Vehicle Record screening criminal background check preemployment physical and drug screen (inclusive of THC).
Required Certification/Licenses/Training:
- Active HAZWOPER 24 or 40 hour certification.
- Willingness to obtain Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
Physical Requirements:
- Upon employment you will be required to participate in a random drug screening program (inclusive of THC) as part of our companys commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
- Must be able to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis.
Additional Information :
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary other compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time subject to applicable law.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
