Environmental Specialist

Triumvirate Environmental•Covington, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Triumvirate Environmental is hiring an Environmental Specialist for its Lab & Onsite Support Services (Lab/OSS) team. The specialist supports clients at an onsite location by managing hazardous-waste programs and projects in accordance with state and federal regulations. The role is based at a client location in Covington, Georgia, and reports to the Operations Manager. The position is safety-sensitive and includes participation in rotating on-call emergency response shifts. The company describes a culture focused on employee and customer service, growth, development, education, and creativity.

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 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.
Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
Ability to work overtime regularly and 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 handle hazardous chemicals and biological waste and put on and remove personal protective equipment.
Ability to report to the Covington office within one hour during rotating Emergency Response shifts.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Consent to Motor Vehicle Record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screening, including THC; participation in random drug screening after employment is also required.
Eligibility to work in the United States without future sponsorship.
Ability to regularly lift 60 pounds.

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 (CDL).

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 required 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 in line with the company’s commitment to customer service.
Develop expertise in state and federal regulations, including RCRA, DOT, and OSHA, to help meet client compliance needs.
Assess spills and conduct spill-response and cleanup measures.
Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities as part of the Emergency Response team.