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Zero Waste Specialist

APTIM

San Francisco, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$36.46–$48.08 Per Hour
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Analysis Software, Budgeting, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Customer Training, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Quality, Document Management, Documentation, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Impact, Environmental Regulations, Government, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Lift/Move 35 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Material Audit, Materials Management, Multitasking, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Project Evaluation, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Recycling, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Reports, Reporting Dashboards, Safety/Work Safety, Schedule Development, Site Evaluation, Software Administration, Spreadsheets, Sustainability, Technical Support, Time Management, Waste Management
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA
POSTED
7 days ago
Job Overview:


APTIM's Sustainability team is currently seeking San Francisco based zero waste specialist to support our waste minimization team for public and private sector clients. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years demonstrated experience working on solid waste related issues including zero waste, waste minimization, sustainable materials management, organic waste diversion, and recycling.


Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:


+ Execute multiple environmental, waste minimization, compliance, and data analysis projects while meeting established schedules, budgets, and quality standards.

+ Conduct fieldwork, waste audits, material sorts, site evaluations, and environmental assessments to identify compliance requirements, contamination issues, and diversion opportunities.

+ Collect, analyze, interpret, and report environmental and operational data using databases, spreadsheets, mobile data collection tools, and analytical software to support project objectives and reporting needs.

+ Prepare, review, and maintain technical reports, regulatory documentation, proposals, dashboards, and client deliverables in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.

+ Evaluate proposed projects and site conditions to identify environmental impacts, regulatory obligations, and program implementation requirements.

+ Provide technical assistance, guidance, and training to clients through in-person and virtual engagement to support environmental compliance, waste diversion, and sustainability initiatives.

+ Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, haulers, contractors, and other stakeholders, serving as a primary point of communication when needed.

+ Support client compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including hazardous waste, non-hazardous waste, recycling, organics diversion, and related regulatory programs.

+ Work independently and within project teams, adapting to changing client and site needs, and supporting additional projects as needed.

+ Adhere to health, safety, quality assurance, and company procedures while adapting to changing project requirements, site conditions, and client needs.

+ Support project administration activities, including document management, data quality control, field data organization, reporting, and continuous process improvement initiatives.


Basic Qualifications:


+ Bachelor's Degree in sustainability, environmental policy, environmental studies, climate science, comprehensive planning, or related field is preferred

+ Knowledge and experience on solid waste, recycling, zero waste, circular economy, plastics and packaging, and waste minimization strategies, etc. occurring in states across the U.S. and at the national level

+ Fieldwork experience performing waste evaluations and audits

+ The ability to present ideas effectively and deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience

+ 2+ years' experience in several of the following areas:

+ Solid waste management, recycling, zero waste, and circular economy

+ Sustainable materials management

+ Plastics and packaging

+ Effective written/verbal communication, presentation, and public speaking experience

+ Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, and travel.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:


Strength: Standing 50% Walking 20% Sitting 30% Lifting 35 lb. Carrying 35 lb. Pushing 0 ft-lb. Pulling 0 ft-lb. 2. Climbing O Balancing O 3. Stooping O Kneeling O Crouching O Crawling O Reaching Handling C Fingering C


Explanation for Symbols: NP=Not Present, O=Occasionally (0-33%), F= Frequently (34-66%), C=Constantly (67-100%)


About APTIM


APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.


What you can expect from APTIM:


+ Work that is worthy of your time and talent

+ Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home

+ Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities

+ A voice in making our company better

+ Investment into your personal and professional development


As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay rate for this position is $36.46- $48.08 per hour. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.


Employee Benefits


APTIM Envir and Infra, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/ .


+ Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.

+ Company paid and optional Life insurance

+ Short-term and long-term disability insurance

+ Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage

+ Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)

+ 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:

+ APTIM 401(k) Guide (https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/getattachment/427b25cf-c3d5-43c1-97af-a3c3f474a136/APTIM-Corp-401(k)-Guide.pdf)

+ APTIM - Helpful Documents


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