Environmental Specialist

SET Environmental, Inc.'s mission is to become the premier environmental services company in the nation. We will accomplish this by assembling exceptionally talented professionals and focusing them on providing a service that exceeds our customer's expectations.

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

• 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