Environmental Specialist

Triumvirate Environmental•Portsmouth, NH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Triumvirate Environmental is hiring an Environmental Specialist for its Lab & Onsite Support Services team. The role supports clients at their sites in the Portsmouth, New Hampshire area by managing hazardous-waste programs and projects in accordance with state and federal regulations. The position reports to the Operations Manager and is safety-sensitive, involving frequent handling of hazardous chemicals and biological waste and use of personal protective equipment. The role includes a 2- to 3-year professional advancement program in hazardous-waste management and may include optional rotating on-call Emergency Response duties. Triumvirate Environmental serves organizations in higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. The company describes a culture focused on employee and customer experience, growth, development, education, and creativity. The stated pay range is $25–$26 USD, with actual starting base pay varying based on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, and budget.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, equivalent experience in the hazardous-waste industry, or relevant military experience.
Ability to work both as a team member and independently.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for professional interactions with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
Ability to analyze complex issues, develop solutions, and implement strategies to achieve positive outcomes.
Skill in building strong, positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
Ability to work overtime on a regular basis.
Willingness to work flexible hours within the Monday-through-Friday work week.
Ability to complete a 2- to 3-year professional advancement program in hazardous-waste management.
Ability to frequently handle hazardous chemicals and biological waste and put on and take off personal protective equipment.
Ability to report to the Somerville, Massachusetts office within one hour during Emergency Response rotating shifts.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Willingness to consent to Motor Vehicle Record screening, a criminal background check, a pre-employment physical, and a drug screen inclusive of THC.
Upon employment, participation in a random drug-screening program inclusive of THC.
Eligibility to work in the United States without future sponsorship.
Ability to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis.

Nice To Haves

Prior relevant industry experience.
Prior successful experience in a customer service role.
Active HAZWOPER 24- or 40-hour certification.
Willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Develop an understanding of OSHA regulations and Triumvirate’s health and safety practices.
Prepare chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal, including creating 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 optional rotating on-call responsibilities as part of the Emergency Response team.