Environmental Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental services company in Ohio is seeking a Transportation Specialist responsible for providing specialized transport and disposal services. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations, maintain equipment, and provide excellent customer service. Candidates must possess a High School diploma or GED and be willing to obtain a Class B CDL. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized transportation and disposal services.
• Sample waste streams and comply with safety regulations.
• Maintain professional image and address client inquiries.
• Operate and maintain equipment efficiently.

Skills

Strong team player

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Time management

Strong customer service

Computer proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related science discipline

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Work location is in North Jackson, OH.

Must be okay with being clean-shaven.

Must be okay with obtaining a class B CDL.

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

Education / Experience / Background

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related science discipline a plus

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong team player
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines
• Strong customer service
• Computer proficiency
• Ability to follow through on assignments.

Required Certification / Licenses / Training

• 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to obtain a Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Hazardous (H) endorsement

Additional Information

Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , sex, , , , 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.