Soil Logistics Technician

Triumvirate Environmental
Northampton, PA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with field experience in environmental sampling who excel in logistics coordination, particularly those comfortable with hazardous materials and regulatory compliance.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with field experience in environmental sampling and logistics coordination
    — “Experience with environmental sampling, soil management, or remediation projects preferred.”
  • Professionals skilled in Chain of Custody documentation and project coordination
    — “Understand and interpret Chain of Custody (COC) documentation, sampling plans, and site maps.”

Things to consider

  • Travel is a significant commitment, requiring frequent trips across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
    — “Travel throughout New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania is required, with occasional overnight travel.”
  • The role demands physical stamina and ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
    — “Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds.”
  • Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without employer sponsorship.
    — “Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with hazardous materials handling and PPE protocols in your resume.
    — “This position frequently handles hazardous chemicals and biological waste and is responsible for putting on and taking off personal protective equipment.”
  • Emphasize your ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and manage logistics.
    — “Work with project managers, laboratories, vendors, subcontractors, transporters, and disposal facilities to ensure project schedules and logistics are successfully executed.”
  • Demonstrate your ability to work independently and maintain professionalism with clients.
    — “Strong customer service skills and the ability to work professionally with clients and regulatory agencies.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • efficient-soil-transportation
  • compliance-with-regulations
  • positive-client-interactions
Typical background
environmental-sampling-experiencelogistics-management

Skills & requirements

Required

LogisticsProject-managementTransportationComplianceCoordination

Preferred

Environmental-samplingTechnology-use

Stack & domain

Soil ManagementSamplingTransportationDisposalOSHADOTEPARCRAChain Of Custody DocumentationSampling PlansSite MapsDrum And Container ManagementWaste ProfilingManifesting ProceduresOrganizational SkillsProblem-solvingCommunicationTeamworkAdaptabilityEnvironmental RemediationField ServicesTransportation And DisposalHazardous Materials

About the role

Original posting from Triumvirate Environmental via Greenhouse

Soil Logistics Technician 

Triumvirate Environmental, one of the largest environmental services firms in North America, is seeking a Soil Logistics Technician to join our Northampton PA team.  

The Soil Logistics Technician is responsible for coordinating and supporting soil management, sampling, transportation, and disposal activities for environmental remediation and construction projects. This role works closely with project managers, field personnel, laboratories, vendors, subcontractors, and disposal facilities to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both in the field and in a logistics coordination capacity. Travel throughout New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania is required, with occasional overnight travel.

Triumvirate Environmental provides leading organizations in the higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing sectors with diverse services and expertise to assist them with compliance management. At Triumvirate Environmental, we strive to WOW both our employees and our customers. Our unique culture fosters growth, development, education, and creativity.   

Responsibilities:

Travel to and from project sites, primarily throughout New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, with travel to other locations as business needs require.

Coordinate and support the transportation, management, and disposal of soil and other environmental materials.

Work with project managers, laboratories, vendors, subcontractors, transporters, and disposal facilities to ensure project schedules and logistics are successfully executed.

Understand and interpret Chain of Custody (COC) documentation, sampling plans, and site maps.

Establish and follow soil and groundwater sampling protocols and perform sampling activities in accordance with project requirements.

Collect, document, package, and prepare environmental samples for laboratory analysis while maintaining chain of custody.

Maintain accurate project documentation, field logs, manifests, and shipping records.

Demonstrate a working knowledge of drum and container management, waste profiling, and manifesting procedures.

Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, RCRA, and other applicable environmental and transportation regulations.

Support environmental remediation, field services, and transportation and disposal (T&D) projects involving hazardous and non-hazardous materials.

Monitor project activities to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Understand, follow, and help enforce company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Soil Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or a related field; or

High school diploma or GED with 1–2 years of experience in soil sampling, environmental field services, or a related environmental industry.

Experience with environmental sampling, soil management, or remediation projects preferred.

Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, EPA, and RCRA regulations preferred.

Understanding of Chain of Custody documentation and environmental sampling procedures.

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Strong customer service skills and the ability to work professionally with clients and regulatory agencies.

Proficient with Microsoft Office and other computer applications.

Demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Positive attitude with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and industrial environments.

Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection when required.

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Reliable transportation.

Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship

This position 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. 

#LI-Onsite

Besides Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, we contribute to a 401k, offer a generous tuition reimbursement program, TONS of safety training for some positions with opportunities for external trainings and certifications, Mentorship & Career Succession Planning, Relocation Opportunities, Auto/Home insurance discounts, pet assistance discount plans, discounted movie passes & more! 

To learn more about our business, culture, and the exciting work that we are doing in the industry, find us on LinkedIn, Instagram (@triumvirateenvironmental), or our website!

Triumvirate Environmental is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), Triumvirate does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

 If you have a disability and need accommodation during the application and hiring process, please contact us at https://www.triumvirate.com/contact or call us at 888-834-9697.  The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To view our California Privacy Notice and Policy, click here.

Actual starting base pay may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, location and budget.

Pay Range$21—$24.50 USD

Source: Triumvirate Environmental careers (Greenhouse)

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