Environmental Field Specialist II

Univar Solutions Univar Solutions
Detroit, MI

A Place Where People Matter – Growing our People to Grow Our Business

We’re thrilled that you are exploring career opportunities where you can continue to make a positive difference every day to keep our communities healthy, fed, clean and safe.

Primary Purpose


Responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient transfer of wastewater from onsite storage to DOT-approved tanker trucks, supporting data center operations and maintaining environmental and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Wastewater Transfer & Equipment Operation

  • Connect hoses, pumps, and transfer systems to load wastewater into tanker trucks
  • Monitor flow rates, tank levels, and capacities to prevent overfills
  • Perform line clearing and equipment shutdown procedures
  • Inspect and maintain pumps, hoses, fittings, and containment systems

Sampling & Documentation

  • Collect wastewater samples per site and disposal requirements
  • Complete load tickets, manifests, and chain-of-custody records
  • Accurately track volumes, waste types, and transport details

Logistics & Coordination

  • Coordinate truck staging, loading schedules, and site flow
  • Communicate with drivers, dispatch, and site teams to meet daily targets

Site Operations & Compliance

  • Conduct site inspections and support waste consolidation and disposal
  • Coordinate with TSDFs on waste profiles, sampling, and scheduling
  • Prepare hazardous/non-hazardous waste shipments and maintain inventory records
  • Ensure compliance with all RCRA, DOT, EPA, and company safety standardsOperate forklifts and assist with loading/unloading as needed

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent (science background preferred)
  • Hands-on knowledge of RCRA, DOT, and EPA regulations
  • 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (required)
  • Ability to obtain CDL and additional certifications (e.g., CHMM)
  • Strong safety focus and adherence to PPE requirements

Work Environment

  • Outdoor/field-based role at customer sites
  • Requires use of PPE (hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, etc.)

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 9,500 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 well-being .

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. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at [email protected] .

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.

Posted 2026-07-17

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