Technical Services Assistant

About the company

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions offering industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America.

• Waste Services: Customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion, sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.
• Railcar Services: Specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products (chemicals, hardened materials, pressurized gases) and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.
• Marine Services: State-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.

About the role

The Technical Services Assistant supports the Technical Services Manager in the daily operations of the profiling department. This role involves classifying and profiling chemicals based on hazardous characteristics and obtaining approvals for job order creation and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Classify chemicals based on hazard classifications (corrosivity, acids/bases, flammability, reactivity, and toxicity hazards).
• Review chemical inventories and segregate by individual hazard class.
• Research chemical characteristics to ensure proper classification.
• Obtain supporting documentation to prepare and submit profiles to facilities for pricing and approval.
• Research MSDS information for inventories.
• Perform segregation of chemical inventories on paper or in the field if required.
• Maintain and update job order and profile forms as necessary.
• Input profile information into online databases.
• Correspond with customers regarding projects or chemical inventories to provide overall customer service.
• Assist with field service lab packaging.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• General understanding and knowledge of chemical hazards.
• College chemistry courses (preferred but can be trained on the job).
• Efficient multitasking and time management skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Pay

$21.00–$23.00 per hour.

Benefits

Physical and Mental Wellbeing

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Various high-quality, low-premium plans, including concierge service (available in Spanish) and 2nd MD offering.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA): Pre-tax savings for healthcare expenses, with employer contributions to HSA accounts.
• Time Off: 11 company-paid holidays, plus paid time off and voluntary time off plans.
• Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 confidential counseling services for employees and dependents.
• Telemedicine: Free virtual visits by licensed practitioners for employees and dependents, available anytime.

Financial and Retirement Planning

• 401(k): Generous matching program (up to 5% of pay per pay period) after 90 days of employment; matching contributions are 100% vested immediately.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability coverage for full-time employees.
• Voluntary Life Protection Plans: Optional coverage for employees and dependents, including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident plans.
• Rewards and Recognition Programs: Celebrations for birthdays, anniversaries, and other milestones or achievements.
• Financial Planning: Free one-on-one sessions with a certified financial planner/coach.
• Employee Discount Program: Savings on everyday goods and services at various US retailers.