Environmental Specialist I

Job Description Position Purpose This position provides specialized transportation and disposal services to our clients. Responsibilities include manifesting, packaging, spill response, labeling, loading/unloading, coordinating transportation, and sampling/profiling material while adhering to state and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations. Primary Duties / Responsibilities Sample waste streams according to prescribed policies and procedures. Manifesting, packaging, spill clean-up response and remedial activities, labeling, loading, off loading, and coordinating transportation. Maintain a professional image to clients by answering inquiries and suggesting solutions to existing/potential problems. Comply and enforce all compliance, health, safety, and procedures in accordance with VES-TS policies. Become familiar with all U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT)/Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and VES-TS regulations required in submitting paperwork to expedite disposal of hazardous waste. Operate and maintain all equipment in a professional manner to ensure optimum efficiency and effectiveness. Other duties as assigned. Education / Experience / Background High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related science discipline preferred Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Strong team player Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines Strong customer service orientation Computer proficiency Ability to follow through on assignments. Required Certification / Licenses / Training 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification Valid Driver's License Ability to obtain a Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Hazardous (H) endorsement Pay Range $20 to $24 per hour Benefits Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr