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Veolia
Environmental Specialist I
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What they do
An Environmental Planner or Scientist uses training and background in natural sciences to study the environment and threats to the environment. Investigates environmental problems and advises on solutions. May focus on potential environmental health risks to people, such as unsafe drinking water, or on protecting the environment and ecosystems from human activity such as development and industrial pollution.
$91,726 / year median in Oregon
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Environmental Specialist I Veolia - 3.4 Troutdale, OR Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training High school diploma or GED Driver's License Full Job Description Company Description Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
Job Description Position Purpose:
This position provides specialized transportation and disposal services to our clients. Responsibilities include manifesting, packaging, spill response, labeling, loading/unloading, coordinating transportation, and sampling/profiling material while adhering to state and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations. Primary Duties /Responsibilities:
Sample waste streams according to prescribed policies and procedures. Manifesting, packaging, spill clean-up response and remedial activities, labeling, loading, off loading, and coordinating transportation. Maintain a professional image to clients by answering inquiries and suggesting solutions to existing/potential problems. Comply and enforce all compliance, health, safety, and procedures in accordance with VES-TS policies. Become familiar with all U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT)/Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and VES-TS regulations required in submitting paperwork to expedite disposal of hazardous waste. Operate and maintain all equipment in a professional manner to ensure optimum efficiency and effectiveness. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education / Experience /Background:
High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related science discipline preferred Knowledge / Skills /Abilities:
Strong team player Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines Strong customer service orientation Computer proficiency Ability to follow through on assignments. Required Certification / Licenses /Training:
40-hourHAZWOPER
Certification Valid Driver's License Ability to obtain a Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Hazardous (H) endorsementAdditional Information Benefits:
Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Disclaimer:
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance