Environmental Specialist

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• **Position:** Environmental Specialist at Triumvirate Environmental
• **Location:** Somerville, MA

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 and 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 here.

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. Responsible for following 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.
• **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 members.

Basic Requirements

• **Education:** BS/BA in Environmental Science or Business related degree required OR 2 years of industry or relative Military experience.
• **Driver's License**: Valid driver's license in good standing.
• **Physical Requirements:** Must be able to lift 50-75 pounds.
• **Others:** Ability to work as a member of a team as well as individually. Successful completion upon point of hire of OSHA/DOT physical examination.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401k contribution, generous tuition reimbursement program.
• Safety training opportunities with possibilities for external trainings and certifications.
• Mentorship, Career Succession Planning, Relocation Opportunities.
• Auto/Home insurance discounts, pet assistance discount plans, discounted movie passes, and more.

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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. If you have a disability and need accommodation during the application and hiring process, please contact us here or call us at 888-834-9697.

*Note: The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.*

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