Hazardous Waste Processing Specialist

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Volunteer days

Job summary

Veolia North America seeks a Waste Processing Team Lead to guide Environmental Technicians in hazardous waste handling, testing, and compliant operations across sites. This role does not have direct reports but requires coaching and project oversight to deliver safe, cost-effective outcomes.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain accurate records, train staff, and coordinate with management on facility needs while following Clean Earth and Veolia safety policies, with a strong emphasis

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older per federal/state laws.
• 2+ years hazardous waste experience (preferred).
• 40 hours OSHA training with 8-hour refresher (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Segregate and package material for transport and complete required paperwork.
• Oversee technicians and large projects from receipt to settlement.
• Collect samples and perform onsite testing for unknown materials.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local permit requirements.
• Train technicians on equipment operation and paperwork.
• Operate forklift and other heavy equipment when trained.
• Maintain operational documentation and reports.
• Report incidents or safety concerns to management.

Skills

DEA background

Forklift certified

Waste regulations

Pallet jack

Inventory tracking

English proficiency

Customer relations

Project leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree (Chemistry/Environmental Science, preferred)

Job description

Veolia North America seeks a Waste Processing Team Lead to guide Environmental Technicians in hazardous waste handling, testing, and compliant operations across sites. This role does not have direct reports but requires coaching and project oversight to deliver safe, cost-effective outcomes.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain accurate records, train staff, and coordinate with management on facility needs while following Clean Earth and Veolia safety policies, with a strong emphasis