OnSite Specialist

Veolia; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Veolia in Fremont, CA is seeking an Environmental Services Specialist to provide hazardous and non-hazardous waste services at our client facility, ensuring regulatory compliance and safe, efficient project execution.

You will lead on-site waste handling, complete paperwork, and liaise with customers to address inquiries while adhering to OSHA Hazwoper standards and CDL requirements. A Bachelor’s in Environmental Science and 2–4 years of related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Science related discipline.
• 2-4 years of experience industry related work and customer service preferred
• Knowledge of continuous process operations, chemical processing and waste disposal.
• Computer proficiency with Google Office.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional image with clients by answering inquiries and suggesting solutions to existing and potential problems.
• Manage onsite customer’s hazardous and non-hazardous waste needs per the contact.
• Comply and enforce all environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of all US DOT/EPA paperwork to expedite disposal of hazardous waste, as required.
• Operate and maintain all equipment in a safe manner to insure optimum efficiency and effectiveness to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Project management

Time management

Google Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Science related discipline

Tools

Google Office

Job description

Position Purpose:
Responsible for providing hazardous and non-hazardous services at our client facility to meet our client’s environmental needs in accordance with State and Federal environmental, health, and safety regulations. This position will work in a supervised and/or independent capacity to successfully and safely complete scheduled projects for customers. Responsibilities may include packing, labeling, manifesting, and shipping waste based on the contract parameters.

Primary Duties/responsibilities:

• Maintain a professional image with clients by answering inquiries and suggesting solutions to existing and potential problems.
• Manage onsite customer’s hazardous and non-hazardous waste needs per the contact.
• Comply and enforce all environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of all US DOT/EPA paperwork to expedite disposal of hazardous waste, as required.
• Operate and maintain all equipment in a safe manner to insure optimum efficiency and effectiveness to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.
• Knowledge and understanding of contract terms and possess the ability to follow through on assignments.
• Other work related duties, as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Normal close range vision is required for reading.
• Manual dexterity is required to handle paper flow and computer keyboard operation.
• Mobility and hearing is needed to gather information and confer with others.
• Health must permit regular attendance and extended hours to meet deadlines.
• Clean Storage Warehouse, Household Hazardous Waste, Laboratory activities, Waste Sampling and Handling

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Science related discipline
• 2-4 years of experience industry related work and customer service preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Strong leadership and teamwork skills
• Proficiency with project/time management
• Knowledge of continuous process operations, chemical processing and waste disposal.
• Computer proficiency with Google Office.

Required Certification / Licenses / Training:

• OSHA 40 hour Hazwoper Certification
• Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B

Additional Information

Pay Range: $28 to $32 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. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

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.