Environmental Specialist I

Veoliaenvironnementsa; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Paid volunteering

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a transportation and disposal specialist to manage sampling, manifesting, packaging, labeling, and transport coordination while adhering to applicable regulations. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and customer service in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a HS diploma (GED acceptable) and may pursue a Chemistry-related degree; a 40-hour HAZWOPER cert and valid driver license (CDL Hazmat endorsement preferred) are required or achievable.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science preferred.
• Valid Driver's License with ability to obtain CDL (Hazardous endorsement) highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Sample waste streams according to policy.
• Manifesting, packaging, spill cleanup and remediation, labeling, loading/unloading, coordinating transport.
• Maintain professional image and assist clients with inquiries and solutions.
• Comply with DOT/EPA and VES-TS procedures and safety rules.
• Know regulations for submitting paperwork to expedite hazardous waste disposal.
• Operate and maintain equipment for efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong team player

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Customer service oriented

Computer proficiency

Follow-through

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science

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.

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
• Strong customer service orientation
• 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

Pay range:

$32.57 to $34 per hour

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.