Environmental Specialist I

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading drums and totes.
• 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.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related science discipline preferred.
• 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.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to obtain a Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Hazardous (H) endorsement.