Environmental Specialist

Triumvirate Environmental•Astoria, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Triumvirate Environmental is seeking an Environmental Specialist for its Lab & Onsite Support Services (Lab/OSS) team. The role supports clients at their sites by managing hazardous waste programs and projects in accordance with state and federal regulations. The position is based onsite at client locations in the Astoria, New York area and reports to the Operations Manager. The Environmental Specialist works with clients in sectors including higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing, helping them meet environmental and safety compliance needs. This safety-sensitive position involves frequent handling of hazardous chemicals and biological waste, including putting on and taking off personal protective equipment. It includes rotating on-call responsibilities with the Emergency Response team, and the employee must be able to report to the office within one hour during Emergency Response rotating shifts. Employees must be willing to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License after employment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, equivalent experience in the hazardous-waste industry, or relevant military experience.
Ability to work both as part of a team and individually.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for professional interactions with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
Ability to analyze complex issues, develop solutions, and implement strategies.
Ability to build strong, positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
Ability to work overtime on a regular basis.
Willingness to work flexible hours during the Monday-through-Friday work week.
Ability to complete a two- to three-year professional advancement program in hazardous waste management.
Ability to report to the office within one hour during Emergency Response rotating shifts.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Willingness to consent to a pre-employment physical and drug screen, including THC, and participate in random drug screening after employment.
Eligibility to work in the United States without future sponsorship.
Ability to regularly lift 60 pounds.
Willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License after employment.
Ability to safely handle hazardous chemicals and biological waste and put on and take off personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Prior relevant industry experience.
Prior successful experience in a customer service role.
Active HAZWOPER 24- or 40-hour certification.

Responsibilities

Develop an understanding of OSHA regulations and Triumvirate’s health and safety practices.
Prepare chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal, including completing federal and state waste documents and managing related paperwork.
Safely handle hazardous waste containers at client sites and load and unload waste from vehicles.
Conduct safety equipment and hazardous waste inspections.
Occasionally perform and document Environmental Health and Safety audits for clients.
Provide outstanding client support and innovative solutions.
Develop expertise in state and federal regulations, including RCRA, DOT, and OSHA, to help meet clients’ compliance needs.
Conduct spill response measures, including spill assessment and cleanup.
Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities as part of the Emergency Response team.