Title:  Environmetal Field Specialist I

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Environmental Field Technician I

Position Summary:

Acts as Waste Technician for customer-site work.  May require coordinating performance of subcontractors. Must understand and apply RCRA (Resource Conservation & Recovery Act of 1976), DOT & EPA regulations as they affect the packing, transportation, and disposal of hazardous waste.

What You'll Do:

• Work in a safe manner while constantly aiming for no incidents or accidents.
• Know and understand all rules and regulations specific for customer site. Align with all company policies, rules and guidelines.
• Prepare or confirm accuracy of all paperwork associated with shipping hazardous waste.
• Complete site inspections and audits.
• Consolidation of non-hazardous and class 2 waste for roll off.
• Arrange for samples and profiles to be submitted to TSDF (Treatment Storage Disposal Facility), coordinate expired profile program.
• Track and maintain profiles submitted to TSDF, and make sure TSDF processes in a timely manner; resolve profile issues with Outside Sales Representative, TSDF, ChemCare Sales Coordinator, and customer.
• Receive orders for pickup of customer wastes; develop calendar for monthly and/or quarterly pickup schedule, if applicable.  Coordinate pickups with Univar ChemCare office, transporters, and TSDF’s as appropriate. Perform waste sampling and submittal to appropriate TSDF.
• Comply with all company policies, rules and guidelines.
• Prepare pickup and transport of customer wastes, by occasionally loading and unloading company trucks and common carriers using forklift and other required equipment on customer site.
• Prepare for shipment and load hazardous waste destined for off-site recycling / disposal facilities.
• Maintain a good driving record 
• Apply and develop skills and/or obtain endorsements or certifications (i.e., CDL, CHMM, RCRA / DOT) that align with scope of work.
• Perform all other duties as required.

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• General college science background in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or comparable work experience. 
• Must have in depth knowledge of RCRA, and DOT, and EPA regulations, acquired through documented detailed work experience.
• Current 40-hour Hazwoper.
• Function specific training and required customer-site specific training, if applicable.
• Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft office suite. Requires intermediate level understanding of Excel.
• Ability to classify waste according to RCRA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
• Ability to learn proper methods for handling hazardous materials and wastes.
• Customer service skills.
• Ability to operate an industrial powered lift truck or forklift according to company procedures and governmental regulations.

Where You'll Work:

Portland, OR

Pay & Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $23.17-28.97/hr. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.   Available employee benefits include health, vision, and dental.  We also provide 401k matching for retirement and paid time off.

What You Can Expect:

• Strong work/life flexibility

• To be surrounded by a diverse team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company

• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus and annual salary reviews

• Competitive pay and benefits including Unlimited Time Off as business allows, and 8 paid holidays!

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.