Environmental Specialist

Veolia is seeking an Environmental Specialist in Fremont, CA, responsible for non-supervisory tasks related to hazardous and non-hazardous waste projects, including waste sampling, packaging, and compliance with safety regulations. The position requires a high school diploma, with preferred experience in hazardous waste. Daily local travel and extended hours are expected. The role offers a pay range of $25-$28 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Company Description

About Veolia North America

A subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has approximately 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. Please visit our websitewww.veolianorthamerica.com

Job Description

Targeted Hourly Pay Range:Minimum of $25 to a maximum of$28

Benefits

Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

Position Purpose:

This position is responsible for non-supervisory tasks on hazardous and non-hazardous waste work projects.Responsibilitiesinclude manifesting, packaging, waste profiling, spill response, decontamination operations, vacuum projects, waste handling, labeling, loading/unloading, coordinating transportation, and sampling/profiling material while adhering to state and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Primary Duties/responsibilities:
• Sample waste streams according to prescribed policies and procedures.
• Collecting, bulking, packaging and managing hazardous wastes.
• Maintain a professional image to clients by answering inquiries and suggesting solutions to existing/potential problems.
• Comply and enforce all compliance, health, safety, and procedures in accordance with VES-TS policies.
• Become familiar with all U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT)/Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and VES-TS regulations required in submitting paper work to expedite disposal of hazardous waste.
• Operate and maintain all equipment in a professional manner to ensure optimum efficiency and effectiveness.
• Other duties as assigned

The position requires daily local travel, overnight stays, and extended work hours.

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background:
• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related science discipline preferred but not required.
• Prior work experience in the hazardous waste/related industry preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
• Strong team player
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines
• Strong customer service orientation
• Strong communication/customer service skills
• Ability to follow through on assignments.
• Ability to multi-task and be self-sufficient.

Required Certification / Licenses / Training:
• 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification preferred.
• Valid Drivers License
• Class A or B CDL with Hazmat endorsement preferred
• Employment is contingent upon a successful background check and drug screen.

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to wear a respirator and other personal protective equipment as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.