Environmental Specialist

RESPONSIBILITES

• Oversee all aspects hazardous/ hazmat materials from start to finish. This includes Identifying hazardous waste, packaging, preparing shipping documents and sending for disposal. 
• Gather samples from various projects to be analyzed in house and with a state certified laboratory.
• Perform all inhouse analysis for samples being brought to our WWTP facility. Including API, Flash point, spectrometry, treatability, and water content.
• Perform Quarterly sampling of our WWTP effluent to ensure compliance with our permit.
• Maintain all Oil Spill Response contracts with various facilities in the Hampton Roads area.
• Respond to emergency response calls as needed. Provide reporting for response events that include manhours, equipment, and timeline.
• Inventory Response equipment as needed at the facility.
• Update USCG Sector manuals annually, submit for approval and document approvals. Create new sector manuals as needed. 
• Compile BOA reports for USCG response jobs.

REQUIRED EXPEREINCE/EDUCATION

• Maintain a valid State Drivers License
• Must be able to pass background screenings to obtain badges, such as TWIC, DBIDS, and more
• 5 years of applicable work experience
• Significant knowledge of environmental laws and regulations for local, state and federal departments
• Background with chemistry of hazardous materials/waste
• Initial and Annual Refresher Training in hazardous management (RCRA)
• Knowledge in ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems; and auditing requirements

PREFERRED EXPEREINCE/EDUCATION

• 40-hour HAZWOPER and annual 8-Hour refresher training
• U.S. DOT Hazardous Materials Training

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance
• Legal Resources
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• 401K
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Vacation and Sick
• Holiday pay
• Annual performance evaluations
• Annual bonuses