Hazardous Waste Approvals Specialist

Veolia North America, LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 77,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteering

Job summary

Veolia North America LLC is seeking a qualified candidate to review and approve non-hazardous industrial waste for landfilling and to ensure compliance with site capabilities, permits, and regulations. The role involves evaluating waste streams, preparing technical documents, and collaborating with multiple departments to expedite approvals.

The ideal candidate has a chemistry background, experience with hazardous materials, and familiarity with RCRA, TSCA, and DOT standards, with strong safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with 2 years of related experience.
• 1 year experience with IBMi/AS400.
• 2 years of hands-on experience in labs or field settings handling hazardous materials.
• 2 years experience interpreting and applying federal and state hazardous waste regulations (RCRA, TSCA, DOT, LDR).

Responsibilities

• Review and approve waste profile sheets, forms, and reports for regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate reactive and over-packed waste streams for hazards and safety concerns.
• Prepare and revise technical documents (profile sheets, disposal decisions, site addenda).
• Identify analytical testing requirements for waste treatment and disposal.
• Coordinate with customer service, laboratory, and sales to resolve profile discrepancies.
• Provide technical assistance to teams on waste stream acceptability and permit requirements.
• Communicate with operations, EH&S, and accounting on material acceptance and costs.
• Develop cost analyses for approval, receiving, processing, and incineration of reactive wastes.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Tools

IBMi/AS400

Job description

Veolia North America LLC is seeking a qualified candidate to review and approve non-hazardous industrial waste for landfilling and to ensure compliance with site capabilities, permits, and regulations. The role involves evaluating waste streams, preparing technical documents, and collaborating with multiple departments to expedite approvals.

The ideal candidate has a chemistry background, experience with hazardous materials, and familiarity with RCRA, TSCA, and DOT standards, with strong safety