Project Coordinator - Waste Management

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Waste Management & Sampling

• Oversee hazardous and non-hazardous waste sampling activities.
• Coordinate waste shipments and ensure proper documentation, including classification of waste (hazardous/non-hazardous).
• Ensure all waste shipments occur within required regulatory timeframes.
• Maintain accurate waste inventory both on-site and within internal systems.
• Perform PCB wipe sampling and complete related regulatory reporting.
• Maintain proper storage conditions for all drums and waste containers.

2. Field Operations Support

• Coordinate and conduct drum swaps, ensuring all drums are accurately labeled.
• Move drums safely using a hand-operated drum cart (approx. 50 pounds).
• Oversee field waste handling practices to ensure regulatory and safety compliance.
• Respond promptly to environmental emergencies, spills, or waste-related needs at job sites.

3. Materials & Supplies Management

• Order and manage inventory of environmental field supplies.
• Track and restock supplies as needed to maintain uninterrupted operations.

4. Additional Responsibilities

• Support special sampling initiatives such as suspect material testing or spill assessments.
• Coordinate laboratory analytical testing and track results for all waste streams.
• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams as required.
• Conduct various site inspections including Self Safety Inspections (SSI), self-assessments, and hazardous waste inspections.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in waste management, environmental sampling, or Resource Recovery Specialist–level activities.
• Knowledge of hazardous and non-hazardous waste classification, regulatory timelines, and documentation requirements.
• Ability to safely move and handle drums (approx. 50 lbs) using a drum cart.
• Familiarity with PCB sampling procedures and environmental reporting requirements.
• Experience with waste storage standards, field environmental compliance, and spill response.
• Strong ability to maintain inventory, manage supplies, and track analytical results.
• Ability to perform site inspections and identify compliance issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to respond quickly to emergent site issues.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with project teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field (preferred).
• Equivalent military, field operations, or environmental compliance experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• HAZWOPER certification (strongly preferred).
• OSHA, RCRA, or environmental compliance certifications are a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $37.00 per hour

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $35 - $37