Environmental Field Specialist I

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Primary Purpose
Responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient transfer of wastewater from onsite storage to DOT-approved tanker trucks, supporting data center operations and maintaining environmental and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Wastewater Transfer & Equipment Operation

Connect hoses, pumps, and transfer systems to load wastewater into tanker trucks

Monitor flow rates, tank levels, and capacities to prevent overfills

Perform line clearing and equipment shutdown procedures

Inspect and maintain pumps, hoses, fittings, and containment systems

Sampling & Documentation

Collect wastewater samples per site and disposal requirements

Complete load tickets, manifests, and chain-of-custody records

Accurately track volumes, waste types, and transport details

Logistics & Coordination

Coordinate truck staging, loading schedules, and site flow

Communicate with drivers, dispatch, and site teams to meet daily targets

Site Operations & Compliance

Conduct site inspections and support waste consolidation and disposal

Coordinate with TSDFs on waste profiles, sampling, and scheduling

Prepare hazardous/non-hazardous waste shipments and maintain inventory records

Ensure compliance with all RCRA, DOT, EPA, and company safety standards

Operate forklifts and assist with loading/unloading as needed

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (science background preferred)

Hands-on knowledge of RCRA, DOT, and EPA regulations

40-hour HAZWOPER certification (required)

Ability to obtain CDL and additional certifications (e.g., CHMM)

Strong safety focus and adherence to PPE requirements

Work Environment

Outdoor/field-based role at customer sites

Requires use of PPE (hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, etc.)

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.

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