Compliance Sampler

Position Purpose: 

Responsible for performing independent compliance verification sampling of inbound containerized and bulk waste materials. This role provides a second sample and field inspection to verify initial receiving/QC data support the facility Waste Analysis Plan confirm profile conformance and document material acceptance decisions. The position works closely with Receiving Operations Laboratory and Compliance teams while maintaining independent documentation of compliance sampling activities

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Collect independent verification samples from inbound drums containers totes tankers roll-offs boxes and site generated materials in accordance with facility procedures and the Waste Analysis Plan.
• Perform second sample verification activities to confirm initial receiving/QC data including visual inspection physical description labeling sample custody and documentation.
• Prepare composite samples and perform field compatibility or screening tests as required by site procedure.
• Assess conformance of sampled materials against waste profiles manifests lab data process requirements permit conditions and facility acceptance criteria.
• Document discrepancies between initial receiving information waste profile expectations field observations and verification sample results. Communicate discrepancies to supervision laboratory compliance and operations as required.
• Apply barcodes sample labels container labels markings and other tracking information necessary to maintain sample and waste traceability.
• Inspect containers and shipping units for leaks damage labeling issues improper markings compatibility concerns or other conditions that may impact safe handling or regulatory compliance.
• Assess container type waste characteristics and material properties to assign or confirm preliminary handling codes PPE requirements and potential hazards.
• Assist with tanker box roll-off drum and container inspections including hatch or dome access for sampling when appropriately trained and authorized.
• Deliver samples to the laboratory and maintain accurate sample documentation chain of custody electronic logs or other required records.
• Support acceptance routing staging and storage decisions by providing independent sampling observations and compliance verification data.
• Conduct area walkthroughs to identify and communicate potential RCRA permit housekeeping labeling or safety deficiencies.
• Operate required field equipment including gas meters tablets barcode scanners sampling tools and other equipment for which the employee is trained.
• Maintain a clean organized and safe work area. Inspect sampling equipment and supplies as directed.
• Follow all applicable safety environmental DOT RCRA facility permit Waste Analysis Plan and site-specific procedures.
• Perform emergency response duties under the direction of supervision and/or the emergency coordinator when trained and assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Education/Experience/Background: 

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent required including a year of high school level Chemistry with laboratory experience equivalent. 
• Related work experience in hazardous waste chemical handling environmental services receiving sampling laboratory or compliance operations preferred.
• Experience handling drums containers hazardous materials waste samples manifests labels and facility tracking systems preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Ability to communicate clearly through reading writing and verbal updates.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to follow written procedures and maintain sample integrity.
• Ability to recognize discrepancies in labels markings manifests profiles container condition physical waste description and field screening results.
• Ability to operate tablets barcode scanners gas meters and facility tracking systems.
• Strong teamwork time management and customer service orientation.
• Ability to work in a union operating environment while maintaining clear role boundaries between initial receiving activities and independent compliance verification sampling.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training: 

• Must possess a valid drivers license and a safe driving record if performing field work.
• Employee Orientation Departmental Operating Procedures Safety OSHA and Quality Training.
• Learns to perform more complex tests and analysis.  Applicable technical training as required.
• Stays up to date on new technology water/waste treatment and separation methods procedures and regulations in the field by reading business periodicals professional journals technical procedures and governmental publications.
• HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) Level I and II First Responder Certification training will be performed if required at site.   
• Must meet minimum qualifications established by regulatory agencies if working in a NELAC or State Certified Lab.
• Chemical Hygiene Training
• May perform more advanced functions as part of training and development.

Additional Information :

Benefits:  Veolias comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies as well as health dental vision life insurance savings accounts tuition reimbursement paid volunteering and addition employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan to save for retirement.

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 :

Full-time