Environmental Specialist

Triumvirate Environmental•Indianapolis, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Triumvirate Environmental is seeking an Environmental Specialist with a focus on radioactive waste to support clients on-site in the greater Indianapolis area. The role manages client hazardous-waste programs and projects in accordance with state and federal regulations, and handles low-level radioactive waste and assesses radiation levels in industrial waste streams. The position is based on-site at client locations and reports to the Operations Manager. The Environmental Specialist supports clients in higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. The role includes handling and preparing hazardous, chemical, biological, and radioactive waste; managing waste shipments and related documentation; performing inspections and occasional EHS audits; responding to spills; and providing professional customer support. The role is safety-sensitive and includes regular overtime, flexible weekday hours, limited potential weekend work, and rotating on-call emergency-response duties. Travel throughout Indiana may be required up to 20% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, equivalent experience in the hazardous-waste industry, or relevant military experience.
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time throughout Indiana.
Ability to analyze complex issues, develop solutions, and implement strategies to achieve positive outcomes.
Ability to build strong, positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
Ability to complete a 2- to 3-year professional advancement program in hazardous-waste management.
Valid U.S. driver’s license.
Ability to work both as a team member and independently.
Self-motivation, desire to learn, and ability to work independently.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
Ability to work overtime on a regular basis.
Willingness to work flexible hours Monday through Friday and potential weekend work on a limited basis.
Ability to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis.
Ability to frequently handle hazardous chemicals, biological waste, and radioactive waste, including putting on and taking off personal protective equipment.
Willingness to consent to Motor Vehicle Record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen, inclusive of THC.
Eligibility to work in the United States without future sponsorship.
Reliable form of transportation.

Nice To Haves

Prior relevant industry experience.
Prior successful experience in a customer service role.
Radiation Safety experience.
Active HAZWOPER 24- or 40-hour certification.
Class C driver’s license.
Willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Develop understanding of OSHA regulations and Triumvirate’s health and safety practices.
Develop expertise in state and federal regulations, including RCRA, DOT, and OSHA, and working knowledge of local site requirements and state and local regulations.
Safely handle chemicals and hazardous waste in small and large containers at client sites, including loading and unloading waste from vehicles.
Prepare and manage routine waste shipments, including creating federal and state transportation documents and managing material paperwork.
Perform on-site safety equipment, hazardous-waste, routine, and regulatory inspections.
Provide high-quality, professional client support and innovative solutions.
Maintain a professional attitude, high energy, and effective communication when working with client representatives.
Maintain good attendance and punctuality while accommodating variable start and end times.
Assist the HSE team as requested.
Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities as part of the Emergency Response team.
Prepare chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal.
Occasionally perform and document Environmental Health and Safety audits for clients.
Conduct spill response, including spill assessment and cleanup efforts.
Handle low-level radioactive waste.
Use a Geiger counter and other tools to assess radiation levels in industrial waste streams.
Wear a respirator when necessary.
Participate in radiation-focused training and development.