Environmental Specialist I

Veolia; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia seeks a Transportation and Disposal Specialist in Hillsboro, OR to perform manifesting, packaging, spill response and transport coordination for hazardous waste streams. Position requires DOT/EPA compliance and readiness to obtain a Class A/B CDL with Haz endorsements, plus 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.

Ideal candidates are team players with strong communication, time management and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while following through on assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BA/BS in Chemistry or related science preferred.
• HAZWOPER certification required or able to obtain within 90 days.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain CDL with Haz endorsement.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills; reliability.

Responsibilities

• Manifesting, packaging, spill response, labeling and loading/unloading.
• Coordinate transportation and sampling/profiling of waste streams.
• Adhere to DOT/EPA and Veolia-TS regulations in paperwork and disposal.
• Operate and maintain equipment; ensure professional client interactions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Computer proficiency

Follow through

Education

High School diploma / GED

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science

Tools

HAZWOPER Certification (40 hours)

Valid Driver's License

CDL Class A or B with Haz endorsement (ability to obtain)

Job 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

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 preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Strong team player
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines
• 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability 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.