Environmental Technician

Triumvirate Environmental•San Leandro, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Triumvirate Environmental is seeking an Environmental Technician for its San Leandro, California team. The role works onsite at client locations in the Bay Area, helping clients manage hazardous waste programs. It reports to the Operations Supervisor and involves handling hazardous chemicals and biological waste, using personal protective equipment, and providing professional client service. The position is safety sensitive and may involve travel to changing client locations. Rotating on-call Emergency Response team duties are optional.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Basic knowledge of, or interest in, the hazardous waste field.
At least 1 year of customer or client service experience.
Basic computer literacy.
Self-motivation and a desire to learn.
Ability to deal with adversity and client expectations.
Eligible to work in the United States without future sponsorship.
Reliable transportation.
Consent to a Motor Vehicle Record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen inclusive of THC.
Participation in a random drug screening program inclusive of THC after employment begins.
Ability to regularly lift 60 pounds.
Ability to work overtime when needed.
Ability to frequently handle hazardous chemicals and biological waste and put on and take off personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Prior relevant industry experience.
Active HAZWOPER 24- or 40-hour certification.
Forklift experience.

Responsibilities

Safely handle and collect chemicals and hazardous waste in small and large containers.
Follow Triumvirate Environmental and client safety guidelines.
Segregate and consolidate hazardous waste.
Perform decontamination as needed according to Triumvirate Environmental SOPs.
Perform spill cleanups at facilities as needed.
Regularly lift materials weighing up to 60 pounds and load them into trucks.
Unload materials and load waste onto trucks weekly or biweekly.
Assist with hazardous waste labeling and packaging.
Wear a respirator for up to 2 to 6 hours per day.
Develop a working knowledge of computer software programs that support operations.
Assist the site Lead as requested.
Provide clients with high-quality, professional customer service.
Travel to changing client locations.
Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities as part of the Emergency Response team, if desired.