VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is hiring: Approval Specialist - Haz Waste in D

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About VLS

Waste Services VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions offering industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients\' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the review, evaluation, and approval of customer and internal waste profiles to ensure strict adherence to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and environmental compliance at company facilities. Serving as a subject matter expert, the role provides technical guidance to sales and account management teams to support client satisfaction while mitigating operational and regulatory risks. The incumbent ensures accurate and comprehensive data entry to support required regulatory reporting and assigns appropriate PPE and handling protocols for approved waste streams to protect personnel and maintain a safe working environment. This role requires the ability to interpret complex regulatory frameworks, exercise sound professional judgment, and collaborate across departments to uphold the organization’s compliance and safety objectives.

Job Duties

• Oversee and approve new and renewal waste profiles submitted by clients, ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, as well as internal compliance and safety standards.
• Validate generator registrations, EPA/state waste coding, physical and chemical characteristics, proper shipping descriptions, and adherence to air and safety programs (e.g., Benzene NESHAPS, Risk Management Planning, Process Safety Management) and Land Disposal Restriction notifications.
• Evaluate and interpret documentation such as SDSs and TDSs to identify safety and compliance concerns, conducting advanced research to determine additional regulatory or operational requirements.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to Account Managers on complex profiling, sampling, and waste receipt matters, serving as the primary compliance resource for resolution of technical issues.
• Exercise final approval authority for waste profiles, establishing safety protocols and environmental handling requirements to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and internal risk management policies.
• Oversee and validate the entry of chemical component data into the facility tracking system, ensuring accuracy and completeness based on profiles, analytical results, and SDS documentation.
• Manage and maintain generator records within the facility database, ensuring accurate, up-to-date compliance documentation to support operational and regulatory needs.
• Lead the review and approval of profile modifications, determining appropriate resolutions for discrepancies, process changes, or other customer-driven updates while mitigating compliance risk.
• Support broader compliance initiatives by participating in the review and qualification of transporters and contractors, ensuring adherence to facility and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s in Chemistry or Bachelor\'s in a technical field with a significant chemistry background
• Minimum of 5 years of experience
• Required background in RCRA hazardous and industrial waste as well as knowledge in environmental issues such as air programs.
• Competency in TCEQ waste regulations a plus
• Strong computer processing skills especially proficient in editing Adobe PDF and Microsoft Applications
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess a variety of situations that could require changes to profiles, processes and/or safety equipment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in documentation and record management.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

What’s in it for you

At VLS our employees are the core of our business. We value our employees\' physical, mental, and financial wellbeing by providing first class, high value benefits and resources that are centered around a proper work-life balance.

• Physical and Mental Wellbeing: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with options to suit individual needs, including concierge service and virtual care.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with employer contribution.
• Time Off: 11 company-paid holidays plus paid time off and voluntary time off plans.
• Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 confidential assistance for employees and dependents.
• Telemedicine: Free virtual visits for employees and dependents anytime.
• Financial and Retirement Planning: 401(k) with matching up to 5% and immediate vesting, life and disability insurance, voluntary life plans, and financial planning resources.
• Employee discount programs for savings on everyday goods and services.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Houston, TX