Environmental Specialist

Triumvirate Environmental•Covington, GA

12d•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 position is based at a client location in Covington, Georgia, and reports to the Operations Manager. The role includes preparing chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal, completing waste documentation, safely handling and moving hazardous-waste containers, conducting inspections and occasional environmental health and safety audits, and supporting spill assessment and cleanup. The specialist also provides client service, develops expertise in applicable regulations, and participates in rotating on-call Emergency Response responsibilities. This is a safety-sensitive role involving frequent handling of hazardous chemicals and biological waste and the use of personal protective equipment. The position includes a two- to three-year professional advancement program in hazardous-waste management. Triumvirate Environmental provides environmental compliance management services to organizations in higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. The company describes a culture focused on employee and customer service, growth, development, education, and creativity. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer and states that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, equivalent experience in the hazardous-waste industry, or relevant military experience.
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for clear, 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 during the Monday-through-Friday work week.
Ability to complete a two- to three-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 Covington office within one hour during rotating Emergency Response shifts.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Willingness to consent to motor vehicle record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screening, including THC; participation in random drug screening, including THC, is required after employment.
Eligibility to work in the United States without future sponsorship.
Ability to lift 60 pounds regularly.

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 material 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 (EHS) audits for clients.
Provide outstanding client support and innovative solutions.
Develop expertise in state and federal regulations, including RCRA, DOT, and OSHA, to support client compliance.
Conduct spill-response measures, including spill assessment and cleanup.
Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities as part of the Emergency Response team.