Environmental Specialist – Customer Implementation (Remote in Indianapolis, IN)

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Greenfield, IN

12d•$55,000 - $60,000•Remote

About The Position

The Project Specialist position is part of a small team specifically organized to launch and support new SES operations. This position will be deployed to new and existing locations to support the implementation of new projects and assist established sites, as needed. Coordinates all onsite activities at client location in relation to the storage, transportation and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes and other related services following federal, state & local regulations. Serves as liaison between client and vendors in relation to service issues. Maintains pre-established standards for safety and environmental issues. This position requires up to 80% travel and requires residency in the greater Indianapolis, IN area.

Requirements

Associate's Degree (accredited) in Environmental Sciences, Accounting, Business or related field, or in lieu of degree High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 2 years of relevant work experience.
1 year of relevant work experience (in addition to the education requirement).
RCRA and DOT regulatory compliance experience upon hire
24-hour HAZWOPER certification (or equivalent) or the ability to obtain such within 30 days of employment
Manifesting and profiling hazardous and non-hazardous waste experience required upon hire
Pre-assignment and/or pre-hire customer-specific drug and/or alcohol testing may be required by certain customer-contract requirements. Such testing may include urinalysis, oral swab, drug hair follicle testing and/or alcohol testing upon hire
Valid Drivers License
Ability to obtain TWIC card within 90 days of employment
Must live and work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Ability to be PIT trained
Ability to pass a respirator Fit Test
Ability to obtain OSHA 30 certification

Responsibilities

Coordinate logistics for transportation of hazardous waste, universal waste and non-hazardous waste from client site including profiling, scheduling, manifesting and physically loading bulk and drum loads.
Ensure compliance with client and government regulations by performing necessary inspections and reporting. Resolve all issues in a timely manner.
Promote culture of safety by ensuring site personnel are properly trained to perform assigned duties and comply with safety, environmental, federal, state and local regulations.
Assist with operational aspects of new customer launches and existing project sites until the location has all necessary trained headcount to support the operation.
May provide support or direction to less experienced staff on WM and customer responsibilities and expectations.
Participate with Implementation Team in the establishment of waste storage procedures and related profiles for all managed waste streams, and the initial set-up of transportation logistics at new client site locations.
Facilitate and execute deliverables for the customer or WM, as required, on a variety of topics including cost savings, waste diversion, productivity dashboards, and others as assigned.
Contribute to the creation of documentation for business processes, key activities, and technical records for wastestream management.