Environmental Specialist

Veolia

Environmental Specialist

Cambridge, MA +11 locations
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    BENEFITS

    Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

    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.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Education/Experience/Background:

    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the hazardous-waste industry, or relevant military experience.
    • Prior relevant industry experience.
    • Prior successful experience in a customer service role.

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    • Ability to work as a member of a team as well as individually.

    • Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication abilities to effectively interact with clients,
      colleagues, and stakeholders, ensuring clear and professional exchanges of information.

    • Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, develop solutions, and implement strategies to achieve positive outcomes.

    • Skilled in building strong, positive relationships with clients and colleagues.

    • Ability to work overtime on a regular basis.

    • Must be willing to work flexible hours within the work week (Monday through Friday).

    • Ability to complete a 2 to 3 year professional advancement program in hazardous waste management.

    • Must have a reliable form of transportation.

    • Must be willing to consent to Motor Vehicle Record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen (inclusive of THC).

    Required Certification/Licenses/Training:

    • Active HAZWOPER 24 or 40 hour certification.
    • Willingness to obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

    Physical Requirements:

    • Upon employment, you will be required to participate in a random drug screening program (inclusive of THC) as part of our company’s commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
    • Must be able to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis.

    Additional Information

    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.

  • Industry
    Biotechnology
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