Environmental Scientist

CSS, Inc • Atlanta, GA

16d

About The Position

The Environmental Field Technician collects waste chemicals and Universal Wastes from CDC laboratories and workplaces and transports them to appropriate storage areas. The Technician learns chemical segregation practices and assists the Project Manager (PM) with placing chemical wastes into temporary storage for offsite shipment. The role also includes entering and compiling waste-generation tracking data in the client's proprietary database, conducting compliance inspections of waste accumulation areas, and providing follow-up reports to the PM.

The Technician is trained in available spill-cleanup materials and procedures and assists the PM with cleanup if a spill occurs while waste is being transported. The position also entails inspecting the client's Spill Control Centers (SCC) according to the Project Work Scope, sending monthly inspection reports to the PM, and restocking SCCs with required client-provided supplies as needed. The Technician supports the client's sustainability program by collecting recyclable materials generated through chemical-waste management activities, including empty plastic and glass containers.

This is a temporary position with the opportunity to transition to permanent employment.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in a scientific discipline qualifying the candidate to evaluate hazards associated with chemicals and chemical wastes; examples include Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Biology, and Environmental Science.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Must not have a criminal record and must pass a background check to obtain an HHS/CDC site badge.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline.
• Good knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to the Environmental Services Industry, including experience with RCRA and DOT regulations.
• Introductory knowledge of high-hazard materials management and assessment, and cylinder handling.
• Current 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification with recurrent training.
• Good physical condition to regularly lift 50-pound containers, load trucks during chemical and hazardous-waste shipments, handle 55-gallon drums using a drum cart, and respond to chemical spills as necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with the Project Manager and client personnel.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite software.

Responsibilities

• Collect waste chemicals and Universal Wastes from CDC laboratories and workplaces and transport them to appropriate storage areas.
• Assist the Project Manager with chemical segregation and placement of chemical wastes into temporary storage for offsite shipment.
• Enter and compile waste-generation tracking data in the client's proprietary database.
• Conduct compliance inspections of waste accumulation areas and provide follow-up reports to the Project Manager.
• Assist the Project Manager with spill cleanup when spills occur during waste transport, using available cleanup materials and procedures.
• Inspect Spill Control Centers in accordance with the client Project Work Scope and provide monthly inspection reports to the Project Manager.
• Restock Spill Control Centers with required client-provided supplies as needed.
• Collect recyclable materials generated by chemical-waste management activities, including empty plastic and glass containers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree