Environmental Specialist

Triumvirate Environmental•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Triumvirate Environmental is seeking an Environmental Specialist to support its Lab & Onsite Support Services team. The role supports clients at their sites by managing hazardous-waste programs and projects in accordance with state and federal regulations. The position is based at client locations in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area, with reporting out of the Norristown, Pennsylvania office, and reports to the Program Manager. The role is safety-sensitive and frequently involves handling hazardous chemicals and biological waste and putting on and taking off personal protective equipment. It also includes rotating on-call shifts as part of the Emergency Response team.

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.
Ability to build 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 handle hazardous chemicals and biological waste and to put on and take off personal protective equipment.
Ability to report to the Norristown, Pennsylvania 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, 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.

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 meet client compliance needs.
Conduct spill response measures, including assessing spills and performing cleanup efforts.
Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities as part of the Emergency Response team.