Sr. Environmental Facility Specialist

Location: Orlando, Florida

Country: United States

Category: Environmental

Workplace Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Contract To Hire

Posted Date: October 23, 2026

Job ID: 650910

Job Description

Title: Sr Environmental Facility Specialist 
Location: Orlando FL
Starting Pay: $30-35/hr depending on experience 
Contract to Hire : 6 month contract and then direct hire


Do you work in the environmental field and have an interest in pursuing a career at a permitted waste facility? As a Senior Environmental Facility Specialist, you will be able to work closely with the Facility Coordinator and be involved with nearly every aspect of facility waste management.
This is a unique role that will give you exposure to RCRA and DOT compliance, technical services, transportation, solid disposal coordination, ten-day transfer of hazardous waste and universal waste management. It is our hope that with the right training, mentoring, and experience, you will be able to grow and manage your own Waste Facility. 
This position reports to the Facility Coordinator. This role is onsite and is based in Orlando, FL.

Essential responsibilities:

  • Develop the knowledge and experience to manage a permitted facility
  • Understand facility permit and local governing agency expectations for waste management
  • Assist with general facility compliance including performing daily/weekly/monthly compliance checks, training, SOP implementation/review, and process review
  • Assist with general facility operations including serving as management if the facility coordinator is not available
  • Consolidate waste according to permits, disposal facility requirements, and customer preferences
  • Build Trailer loads for outbound transportation
  • Assist with waste determinations/profile management
  • Coordinate outbound loads- setting up deliveries, scheduling transporters, etc.
  • Develop an understanding of OSHA regulations, Health and Safety Practices, and EPA regulations
  • Demonstrate your supervisory leadership abilities through interaction with coworkers
  • Work towards becoming familiar with technical, customer service, and business components of environmental services
  • Work with computerized waste tracking systems
  • Upon completion of emergency response (ER) training, you will be part of an in-house ER team
  • This position also includes the daily need to lift items that weigh up to 75 pounds
  • This is a safety sensitive position 
Basic Requirements:
  • 2+ years of industry experience, or relative Military experience
  • Prior knowledge, experience, and compliance with DOT, RCRA, and other applicable regulations
  • Ability to work as a member of a team as well as individually
  • Excellent customer service skills and ability to effectively interact with a broad range of personnel preferred
  • Strong communication, problem solving, and relationship building skills
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States without future sponsorship 
  • Must have a reliable form of transportation 
  • Must be willing to consent to Motor Vehicle Record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen (inclusive of THC)
  • Upon employment, you will be required to participate in a random drug screening program (inclusive of THC) as part of our company's commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment 
  • Must be able to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis 
  • Ability to work overtime on a regular basis 
  • Must be willing to work flexible hours within the work week (Monday through Friday) 
  • Must be able to report to designated office within 1 hour during Emergency Response rotating shifts 
     
The Senior Facility Specialist frequently handles hazardous chemicals and biological waste and is responsible for putting on and taking off personal protective equipment. This role is considered safety-sensitive. 

Preferred Requirements: 
  • BS/BA in science or business-related degree
  • OSHA Hazwoper certified

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