Environmental Specialist

I. Job Summary

Coordinates all onsite activities at client location in relation to the storage, transportation and disposal of waste and other related services following federal, state and local regulations. Manages and plans activities of onsite personnel. Serves as liaison between client and vendors in relation to service issues. Maintains pre-established standards for safety and environmental issues.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for transportation of waste from client site including scheduling, manifesting, tracking and loading materials.

• Responsible for safe sorting and baling of materials

• Manage hourly personnel including but not limited to hiring, performance reviews and disciplinary action.

• Coordinate shift assignments to ensure adequate coverage

• Maintains and exceeds customer expectations

• Required to operate site specific equipment (forklifts, baler, etc.).

• Promote culture of safety by ensuring site personnel are properly trained to perform assigned duties and comply with safety, environmental, federal, state and local regulations.

• Ensuring accuracy of data entry and profile management.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (accredited) in Environmental Sciences, Accounting, Business or related field

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and two years of relevant experience

• 2 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement)

B. Preferred Qualifications

• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) will be required if project site responsibilities includes the management of hazardous waste

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Crawling

• Hearing

• Standing

• Walking

• Lifting

• Carrying

• Pushing

• Pulling

• Climbing

• Balancing

• Stooping

• Kneeling

• Crouching

• Reaching

• Handling

• Grasping

• Feeling

• Repetitive Motions

• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

V. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran