Hazardous Waste Technician

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 91,693,000 - 97,424,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Stock purchase plan

Career growth

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Clean Harbors, Inc. in Courtenay, BC, seeks an On-Site Hazardous Waste Technician to support HHW Programs at Cambell River and Cumberland sites.

You will perform on-site waste packaging, consolidate materials, and operate a forklift while upholding strict safety standards. Responsibilities include site-based waste packaging, drum inspections for integrity and compliance, loading/unloading waste shipments, and sampling as required.

Qualifications

• Experience with environmental services/household hazardous waste.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean record; CDL is a strong asset.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather and perform labor-intensive tasks.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• Safety certifications such as TDG, WHMIS and First Aid preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work as an on-site waste technician for two client sites.
• Ensure health and safety compliance in all tasks and sites.
• Package waste to maximize efficiency and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Inspect drums for integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Operate forklift safely during loading/unloading of waste.
• Collect, identify, segregate, and pack HHW items from sites.
• Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling as needed.
• Use Class 5 license to operate units safely.
• Perform any additional duties as business needs evolve.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Outdoor work

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Clean Harbors in Courtenay, BC is looking for an On-Site Hazardous Waste Technician to support the HHW Programs at the Cambell River and Cumberland Waste Management Centers. The successful candidate will be responsible for the performance of tasks associated with packaging and consolidating waste, forklift operation and handling of hazardous materials on the customer sites.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive hourly wages: $32-$34/hr. based on experience.
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment.
• Group RRSP with company matching component.
• Ability to participate in the company Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career.
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement.
• Positive and safe work environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working as an on-site waste technician for two client sites.
• Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times.
• Responsible for proper packaging of waste to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance.
• Inspect drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Operate forklift in a safe manner.
• Collect, identify, segregate, and pack HHW items from both customer sites.
• Responsible for the safe loading and unloading of waste hauling vehicles.
• Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling as necessary.
• Use Class 5 (minimum) License to operate units safely.
• May be assigned additional duties not listed above based on business needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Class 5 license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation. CDL is a strong asset.
• Experience with environmental services/household hazardous waste.
• Experience in labor-intensive roles and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Safety certifications such as TDG, WHMIS, and First Aid preferred.
• Strong ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable using Windows-based applications and learning new systems.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

40-years of sustainability in action. Clean Harbors

is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.