Environmental Specialist

triumvirateenvironmental; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Safety training opportunities

Mentorship & Career Growth

Relocation opportunities

Job summary

Triumvirate Environmental is hiring an Environmental Specialist to support Lab & Onsite Services in New Braunfels, Texas. You will manage hazardous waste programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide on-site client support across higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors.

Responsibilities include waste prep, documentation, inspections, and on-site audits while working with a team and reporting to the Regional Lab & Onsite Support Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the hazardous-waste industry or relevant military experience.
• Ability to work in a team or independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to analyze complex issues and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Understand OSHA regulations and Triumvirate's safety practices.
• Prepare chemical and biological waste for shipment, manage documentation.
• Handle hazardous waste containers safely on client sites and manage loading/unloading.
• Conduct safety equipment and hazardous waste inspections.
• Occasionally perform EHS audits for clients.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and innovative solutions.

Skills

Hazardous waste management

Regulatory compliance

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in hazardous-waste field

Tools

HAZWOPER certification

Job description

Environmental Specialist

Triumvirate Environmental, one of the largest environmental services firms in North America, is seeking an Environmental Specialist for our Lab & Onsite Support Services (Lab/OSS) team. As an Environmental Specialist, you will support our clients on‑site by managing their hazardous waste programs & projects, utilizing state & federal regulations.

Triumvirate Environmental provides leading organizations in the higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing sectors with diverse services and expertise to assist them with compliance management. At Triumvirate Environmental, we strive to WOW both our employees and our customers. Our unique culture fosters growth, development, education, and creativity.

This position reports to the Regional Lab & Onsite Support Manager. You will report out of our New Braunfels, TX office.

We invite you to watch this video to discover more about the exciting responsibilities of an Environmental Specialist at Triumvirate Environmental.

Responsibilities:

• Develop an understanding of OSHA regulations as well as Triumvirate's Health and Safety practices
• Preparation of chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal, including creation of all federal/state waste documents and managing the paperwork for the material.
• Safe handling of hazardous waste containers on client sites, as well as loading/unloading of waste from vehicles
• Conduct safety equipment and hazardous waste inspections.
• Occasionally perform and document Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) audits for clients.
• Deliver Exceptional Customer Service: Champion our commitment to the WOW! by providing outstanding support and innovative solutions to our clients
• Develop a high-level of state and federal regulatory expertise ensuring our client's compliance needs are met (e.g RCRA, DOT, and OSHA)
• Conduct spill response measures, including the assessment of the spills and cleanup efforts
• Rotating on‑call responsibilities as part of our Emergency Response team

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the hazardous-waste industry, or relevant military experience
• 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

Preferred Requirements:

• Prior relevant industry experience
• Prior successful experience in a customer service role
• Active HAZWOPER 24 or 40 hour certification
• Willingness to obtain Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

The Environmental Specialist frequently handles hazardous chemicals and biological waste and is responsible for putting on and taking off personal protective equipment. This role is considered safety-sensitive.

Must be able to report to the New Braunfels, TX office within 1 hour during Emergency Response rotating shifts.

Valid US driver's license.

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).

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 eligible to work in the United States without future sponsorship.

Must be able to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis.

Besides Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, we contribute to a 401k, offer a generous tuition reimbursement program, TONS of safety training for some positions with opportunities for external trainings and certifications, Mentorship & Career Succession Planning, Relocation Opportunities, Auto/Home insurance discounts, pet assistance discount plans, discounted movie passes & more!

To learn more about our business, culture, and the exciting work that we are doing in the industry, find us on LinkedIn, Instagram (@triumvirateenvironmental), or our website!

Triumvirate Environmental is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), Triumvirate does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans