Environmental Specialist

The role

Environmental Specialists manage client hazardous waste programs and projects using state and federal regulations. This role includes handling low level radioactive waste and assessing radiation levels in industrial waste streams.

What you will do

• Develop understanding of OSHA regulations and Triumvirate Health and Safety practices
• Develop state and federal regulatory expertise
• Safely handle chemicals and hazardous waste in small and large containers
• Prepare and manage routine waste shipments and transportation documents
• Perform onsite safety equipment, hazardous waste, and regulatory inspections
• Provide customer service to clients
• Assist the HSE team as requested
• Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities for Emergency Response
• Prepare chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal
• Conduct spill response measures and assess radiation levels using a Geiger counter

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in the hazardous-waste industry, or relevant military experience
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time throughout Indiana
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues and implement strategies
• Skilled in building strong, positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Ability to complete a 2 to 3 year professional advancement program in hazardous waste management
• Valid US driver’s license
• Ability to work as a member of a team as well as individually
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work overtime on a regular basis
• Willingness to work flexible hours within the work week (Monday through Friday)
• Potential for weekend work on a limited basis
• Ability to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis

Nice to have

• Prior relevant industry experience
• Prior successful experience in a customer service role
• Radiation Safety experience
• Active HAZWOPER 24 or 40-hour certification
• Class C driver’s license
• Willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k contribution
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Safety training
• Mentorship & Career Succession Planning
• Relocation Opportunities
• Auto/Home insurance discounts
• Pet assistance discount plans
• Discounted movie passes

Before you apply

• Willingness to consent to Motor Vehicle Record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen (inclusive of THC)
• Eligibility to work in the United States without future sponsorship

About the company

Triumvirate Environmental is one of the largest environmental services firms in North America. They provide compliance management services to the higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing sectors.