Waste Coordinator

GRAYMAR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LLC•Bakersfield, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

GrayMar Environmental Services continues to expand its national footprint while remaining firmly grounded in the values that define who we are. We live by Respect, Integrity, Safe Work Practices, Excellence in Service, and a deep sense of Family - a commitment we proudly call RISE through Caring. We specialize in environmental remediation, health and safety, hazardous materials management, waste disposal, and environmental emergency response. Through comprehensive and sustainable solutions, we help our clients and the communities we serve manage risk, maintain compliance, and protect the environment. Safety is our top priority, and we take pride in our highly skilled, dedicated team that works together to get the job done safely—every time. At GrayMar, every employee is seen, heard, and valued, not as a number, but as a member of our family. Our culture supports continuous learning, professional development, and long-term career growth. We offer a robust benefits package that includes wellness programs, a 401(k) with company matching, spending account options, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also provide company-paid life and disability coverage (long and short-term), ensuring our employees are supported both in and out of the field. Inclusion at GrayMar is not just an initiative; it is fundamental to how we innovate and grow. We draw strength from diverse experiences and perspectives and foster an inclusive environment where every voice matters. As we continue to grow nationwide, we remain committed to delivering exceptional service to our customers while building a workplace where people feel safe, supported, and proud to belong.

Requirements

40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification.
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or equivalent science discipline.
Class “B” CLD license with hazardous materials endorsements preferred.
Experience with handling, characterizing, packaging, transporting, and manifesting hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
Strong work ethic with a safety-first mindset.
Ability to work independently or part of a team while managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
Familiarity with 49CFR 171 and 40 CFR 265 requirements.
High Level of knowledge with OSHA, DOT and RCRA regulations pertaining to hazardous waste handling and transportation.
Willing to travel between 25-50% of the time inclusive of overnight stays.
Safety oriented mindset with the determination to follow all procedures and policies.
Experience learning new systems and providing subsequent training for support staff and new employees.
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Ensure Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner.
Proficient use and understanding of Waste LINQ software program to include accurate data entry, preparation and printing of accurate manifests/labels/LDR’s, generating waste reports, and completing job packets for operations.
Waste profiling management to include generating and submitting accurate profiles to TSDF’s for approval, managing profile amendments/expirations, verifying accurate pricing for approved and active profiles.
Assist in managing on-site 10-Day activities, waste storage requirements, applicable inspections and required record keeping.
Coordinate with Sales and/or Operations for both internal and external customer waste pick-ups and waste deliveries to TSDF’s to ensure waste is properly routed and in compliance.
Perform lab packing activities, job walks, accurate waste inventory lists, sampling, waste characterization, assist/accompany drivers to perform complex waste pick-ups, help support HHW collection events.
Oversee and assist with branch Non-Haz/VSQG bulking, consolidation, re-packaging, drum in drum out waste programs.
Work closely with Operations and GMS to ensure all waste generated from ER’s is managed, manifested, labeled, stored, and disposed of properly.
Work closely with Operations and GHD/UPRR to ensure that all waste activities are timely and efficient, serve as the main point of contact for GHD representatives.
Perform internal and external audits of Non-Hazardous and Hazardous waste manifests periodically to ensure accuracy and compliance as well as provide applicable training and oversight when needed.
Assist with reviewing and approving 3rd party transportation and disposal vendor invoices.
Assist sales and operations teams with high level pricing requests for unique waste streams and/or large RFP projects.
Perform other related duties as assigned.