Environmental Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in environmental services is seeking a qualified individual to provide specialized transportation and disposal services. The role involves compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations while managing waste streams. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a high school diploma, and relevant certifications, including HAZWOPER and a Class B CDL.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan participation

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related science preferred.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized transportation and disposal services.
• Sample waste streams and handle manifesting, packaging, and spill cleanup.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time Management

Customer Service

Computer Proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related science

Tools

40-hour HAZWOPER Certification

Class B CDL with Hazardous endorsement

Job description

About Veolia North America

A subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers water, waste, and energy management services, including water treatment, waste collection, energy consulting, and resource recovery. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., VNA has approximately 10,000 employees across more than 350 locations in North America. Visit our website at www.veolianorthamerica.com.

Benefits

Our benefits include paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, and participation in an employer-sponsored 401(k) plan. Pay and benefits for union employees are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

Job Requirements

• Must be clean-shaven.
• Must have the ability to obtain a Class B CDL.
• Willing to travel overnight once per week.
• Every three weeks, work Monday through Thursday.

Position Purpose

This role provides specialized transportation and disposal services, including manifesting, packaging, spill response, labeling, loading/unloading, coordinating transportation, and sampling/profiling materials, all while complying with environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Sample waste streams according to policies and procedures.
• Handle manifesting, packaging, spill cleanup, labeling, loading/unloading, and transportation coordination.
• Maintain professionalism and address client inquiries with solutions.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental policies.
• Familiarize with DOT/EPA and VES-TS regulations for hazardous waste disposal paperwork.
• Operate and maintain equipment efficiently.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related science preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Effective time management and organization.
• Customer service orientation.
• Proficiency with computers.
• Ability to follow through on assignments.

Certifications / Licenses / Training

• 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to obtain Class B CDL with Hazardous endorsement.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Note: Salary, compensation, and benefits are accurate as of the posting date and may be modified at any time according to applicable law.