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Triumvirate Environmental

Environmental Specialist

Triumvirate Environmental, Somerville, Massachusetts, us, 02145


Environmental Specialist

Triumvirate Environmental, one of the largest environmental services firms in North America, is seeking an

Environmental Specialist

for our

Lab & Onsite Support Services (Lab/OSS)

team. You

will support our clients by managing their hazardous waste programs & projects, utilizing state & federal regulations.

This is a labor-intensive role that requires a high-level of technical aptitude.

Triumvirate provides leading institutions in the higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and industrial sectors with diverse services and advice to assist them with compliance management. At Triumvirate, we strive to WOW both our employees and our customers. Our unique culture fosters growth, development, education, and creativity.

**To learn more about the day in the life of an Environmental Specialist, please watch this brief 5-minute video

This position reports to the Operations Manager . This role is based onsite at the client company. You will report out of our headquarters in

Somerville, MA . The pay for this position is $25/hr with overtime.

Essential responsibilities:

Technical:

Participate in and complete Triumvirate's on-boarding and Safety Training Development Program.

Conduct safety equipment and hazardous waste inspections.

Perform and document Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) audits for clients.

Regularly prepare chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal, including creation of all federal/state waste documents and managing the paperwork for the material. You are responsible for f

ollowing any applicable state and federal regulations [Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) & Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations].

Develop understanding of OSHA regulations as well as Triumvirate's Health and Safety practices

Monthly on-call responsibilities as part of our Emergency Response team

Hands-on:

Material handling (e.g. transportation of materials within client sites as well as from client sites to transfer and/or end disposal facilities)

Safe handling of hazardous waste containers on client sites, as well as loading/unloading of waste from vehicles

Packaging and prepping of hazardous waste for shipment

Spill response measures, including assessment of the spills and potentially leading the cleanup efforts

Requires you to work 40+ hours per week

and overtime is frequently required

Customer service:

Professional attitude, high energy, and high-level communication skills required when dealing directly with client representatives

High level of expertise (e.g. state/federal regulations, EHS standards, waste management procedures, etc.)

Train clients on proper chemical safety and hazardous waste management

Attending client operations meetings

Training of new Triumvirate team member(s)

Basic Requirements

:

BS/BA in Environmental Science or Business-related degree required OR 2+ years of industry, or relative Military experience

Valid driver's license in good standing

Ability to work as a member of a team as well as individually

Successful completion (upon point of hire) of OSHA/DOT physical examination

Must be able to lift 50-75 pounds

This is a safety-sensitive position

Strong communication, problem solving, and relationship building skills preferred

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Besides Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, we contribute to a 401k, offer a generous tuition reimbursement program, TONS of safety training for some positions with opportunities for external trainings and certifications, Mentorship & Career Succession Planning, Relocation Opportunities, Auto/Home insurance discounts, pet assistance discount plans, discounted movie passes & more!

To learn more about our business, culture, and the exciting work that we are doing in the industry, find us on Instagram (@triumvirateenvironmental), or our !

Triumvirate Environmental is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), Triumvirate does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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