What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Specialist position at SET Environmental Inc?
POSITION DESCRIPTION
An Environmental Specialist at SET Environmental is responsible to:
- Comply with SET Environmental’ s policies, safety rules, and procedures regarding the proper use of safety equipment, safe work practices, and Site Safety Plans
- Demonstrate active participation in the safety program and adhere to all aspects of applicable safety programs, site specific rules, and regulations
- Perform Lab Pack duties- Inventory, package, prepare, and load waste containers for shipment according to chemical compatibility and applicable regulations
- Preparation and confirmation of accuracy concerning inventory sheets and shipping manifests
- Collect profile information from customers for the completion of new waste profiles and submittal to SET Customer Service for approval by Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities
- Perform SAA and CAA inspections at various locations, notifying site of any issues and offering solutions
- Provide weekly onsite waste management and generator status data tracking for various customers
- Collect field samples for waste characterization and complete labelling and Chain-of-Custody as needed
- Maintain current knowledge of SET handbooks and manuals as well as pertinent D.O.T. and E.P.A. regulatory updates
- Continue to learn or already possess working knowledge and understanding of RCRA and D.O.T. and apply them as they affect storage, transportation, and disposal of waste (both RCRA and Non-Hazardous Waste)
- Perform other miscellaneous duties as necessary
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- B.S. in a science-oriented field (Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or similar subject matter)
- 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification or Refresher Certification (Preferred)
- TWIC or ability to obtain (Required)
- Successful ability to wear a respirator (Pass Respirator Fit Test)
- Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Hazardous Materials endorsement to operate a 24’ box truck (Preferred)
- Willingness to learn or already possess knowledge of RCRA, D.O.T., and OSHA regulations
- Ability to operate company vehicles, CDL vehicles, and other waste handling equipment
- Ability to provide technical customer service to customers
- Possess a strong degree of attention to detail
- Knowledge of proper PPE requirements and ability to determine proper usage in different situations
SET Environmental is an equal employment opportunity employer which provides a drug-free workplace.