Environmental Field Specialist II - Hillsboro, OR

Univar Solutions; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

8 paid holidays

Strong work/life flexibility

Job summary

Univar Solutions is seeking an Environmental Field Technician II in Portland, Oregon. This role involves managing hazardous waste on customer sites, performing chemical analyses, and ensuring compliance with RCRA and EPA regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Science degree in a related field and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Strong customer service skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and strong work/life flexibility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of related operations experience.
• Intermediate level proficiency in Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and comply with all regulations.
• Prepare and confirm accuracy of hazardous waste paperwork.
• Conduct site inspections and audits.

Skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to classify waste according to regulations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science

Tools

GC

HPLC

ICP-OES

ICP-MS

Job description

Environmental Field Technician II

Acts as Waste Technician for customer-site work. May require coordinating performance of subcontractors. Must understand and apply RCRA (Resource Conservation & Recovery Act of 1976), DOT & EPA regulations as they affect the packing, transportation, and disposal of hazardous waste.

What You'll Do:

• Work in a safe manner while constantly aiming for no incidents or accidents.
• Know and understand all rules and regulations specific for customer site. Align with all company policies, rules and guidelines.
• Prepare or confirm accuracy of all paperwork associated with shipping hazardous waste.
• Complete site inspections and audits.
• Arrange for samples and profiles to be submitted to TSDF (Treatment Storage Disposal Facility), coordinate expired profile program.
• Use GC, HPLC, ICP-OES and ICP-MS, and other techniques to analyze chemical samples.
• Wastewater sample analysis for different analytes such as COD, TN, Ammonia, metals, etc.
• PCR analysis for different wastewater streams.
• Perform instrument maintenance.
• Track and maintain profiles submitted to TSDF and make sure TSDF processes in a timely manner; resolve profile issues with Outside Sales Representative, TSDF, ChemCare Sales Coordinator, and customer.
• Receive orders for pickup of customer wastes; develop calendar for monthly and/or quarterly pickup schedule, if applicable. Coordinate pickups with Univar ChemCare office, transporters, and TSDF as appropriate. Perform waste sampling and submittal to appropriate TSDF.
• Comply with all company policies, rules and guidelines.
• Apply and develop skills and/or obtain endorsements or certifications (i.e., CDL, CHMM, RCRA / DOT) that align with scope of work.
• Perform all other duties as required.

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor of Science degree with a background in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or comparable work experience.
• 1-3 years of related Operations experience.
• Function specific training and required customer-site specific training, if applicable.
• Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office suite. Requires intermediate level understanding of Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to classify waste according to RCRA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
• Ability to learn proper methods for handling hazardous materials and wastes.
• Customer service skills.

Where You'll Work:

2501 NE Century Boulevard, Hillsboro, OR 97124

What You Can Expect:

• Strong work/life flexibility.
• To be surrounded by a diverse team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company.
• Competitive pay and benefits and 8 paid holidays.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].