Waste Solutions Specialist

Description:

Waste Solutions Specialist

The Waste Solutions Specialist will be responsible for evaluating, classifying, and pricing various waste streams for proper disposal. This role ensures compliance with environmental regulations while optimizing cost-effective disposal solutions for our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of hazardous and non-hazardous waste regulations, chemical compatibility, and disposal facility capabilities.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

• Accuracy and Precision: Ability to enter information quickly and accurately, double checking work to ensure mistakes are avoided.
• Relationship Management and Communication: Ability to effectively build, maintain, and navigate interactions with others with clear and concise communications.
• Customer Focus: Ability to prioritize and meet the needs of customers, both internal and external.
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve challenges effectively.
• Execution: Ability to translate plans and strategies into tangible results, getting things done effectively and efficiently.
• Time and Task Management: Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively to achieve goals within a given deadline.

Waste Solutions Specialist Job Duties:

• Analyze waste stream data including Safety Data Sheets, lab reports, and generator information.
• Classify waste according to federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepare and submit waste profiles to disposal facilities for approval.
• Develop accurate pricing models based on waste characteristics, volume, transportation, and disposal methods.
• Collaborate with vendors and disposal facilities to obtain competitive pricing.
• Provide quotes and pricing proposals to internal teams or clients.
• Ensure all waste streams are managed in accordance with applicable environmental laws and company policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records for audits and regulatory inspections.
• Communicate with clients to gather waste information and explain profiling requirements.
• Coordinate with disposal vendors to ensure timely and compliant waste acceptance.
• Maintain databases of waste profiles, pricing, and vendor information.
• Generate reports on waste volumes, costs, and trends for internal use.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• • 3+ years of experience in waste management, environmental services, or hazardous materials handling.
• • Knowledge of RCRA, DOT, EPA, and state-specific waste regulations.
• • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and waste profiling software.
• • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• • Certification in hazardous waste management is a plus.

PHYSICAL/ MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing at times. The employee must frequently lift or move items up to 60 pounds. Must be able to frequently climb stairs and ladders. May occasionally deal with heights. Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, employees and managers. Effective conflict resolution abilities. Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form. Ability to read, write and do mathematics. Ability to wear Personal Equipment, including Respiratory Protection. Consist of both office setting and physical jobsite. Able to work in confined spaces when needed.

EEO/AA Employer/Veteran/Disabled Statement:

TAS Environmental Services, LP provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

TAS Environmental Services, LP is recognized as a leading regional provider of Environmental Services. Our service offer includes Emergency Response, Industrial Cleaning, Waste Management and Midstream Services and Solutions. Our mission is to build unrivaled partnerships by being an invaluable safe resource to our customers through knowledge, collaboration, and the dedication of our people. We aim to deliver best-in-class performance across the business system while adhering to our core values and maintaining the highest standard of ethical business practices.