Environmental Specialist (Entry level)

The Planet Group; Bradley (IL); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training and advancement

Open to recent graduates

Health, Dental and vision insurance

401/k with contribution

Tuition Reimbursement

Health & Wellness on location gym

PTO and Holidays

Mentorship and career planning

Relocation opportunities

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking an Environmental Specialist (Entry Level) in Bradley, IL. The role involves managing hazardous waste programs, performing EHS audits, and delivering strong client service. Training and advancement are emphasized, with opportunities for mentorship and career growth.

Compensation starts at up to $25/hr for entry level. Schedule typically 8a-4p, with some 7a-3p shifts, on a 6-month contract that transitions to direct hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or related required.
• Hazwoper certification (24/40) required or will help obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Support hazardous waste programs and projects in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Perform environmental health and safety audits and prepare waste documentation.
• Provide high level customer service to clients and train new team members.

Skills

Hazwoper certification

Client communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to work hard

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or related

Job description

Job Title: Environmental Specialist (Entry Level)

Location: Bradley, IL

Starting Pay: Up to $25/hr for entry level

Schedule: 8a-4p sometimes 7a-3p

Contact to Hire - 6 month contract and then direct hire

• Extensive training and advancement program
• Open to recent graduates with no experience

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science or related with a desire to work in the Environmental industry
• Will need at least the 24/hr Hazwoper (if they don't have this or the 40/hr then we will need to help them get it)
• Great communication and be able to work directly with clients
• Willing to get their hands dirty and work hard
• Health, Dental and vision insurance
• 401/k with contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness including on location gyms
• Training, Training, and more Training
• PTO and Holidays
• Mentorship and career planning
• Relocation opportunities

Our client, who is one of the largest environmental services firms in North America is looking for Environmental Specialist to join their renowned team of professionals. They provide leading institutions in the higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and industrial sectors with diverse services and advice to assist them with compliance management.

As an Environmental Specialist you will support our clients by managing their hazardous waste programs & projects, utilizing state & federal regulations.

This is a labor-intensive role that requires a high-level of technical aptitude and the ability to deliver high-level customer service

Essential responsibilities and duties:

Technical:

• Completion of on-boarding and Safety Training Development Program
• Safety equipment inspections
• Hazardous waste inspections
• Perform and document environmental health and safety (EHS) audits for clients
• Regularly preparing chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal, including creation of all federal/state waste documents and managing the paperwork for the material
• Following any applicable state and federal regulations [Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) & Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations]
• Develop understanding of OSHA regulations as well as Health and Safety practices
• Monthly on-call responsibilities as part of our Emergency Response team

Hands-on:

• Material handling (e.g. transportation of materials within client sites as well as from client sites to transfer and/or end disposal facilities)
• Safe handling of hazardous waste containers on client sites, as well as loading/unloading of waste from vehicles
• Packaging and prepping of hazardous waste for shipment
• Spill response measures, including assessment of the spills and potentially leading the cleanup efforts
• Requires you to work 40+ hours per week and overtime is frequently required
• Professional attitude, high energy, and high-level communication skills required when dealing directly with client representatives
• High level of expertise (e.g. state/federal regulations, EHS standards, waste management procedures, etc.)
• Train clients on proper chemical safety and hazardous waste management
• Attending client operations meetings
• Training of new team member(s)

Qualifications:

• BS/BA in Environmental Science or Business-related degree or relative Military experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work as a member of a team as well as an individual