Transfer Station Technician

The Transfer Station Technician is responsible for receiving containerized and bulk hazardous and non-hazardous waste material, reviewing and completing waste documentation and scale tickets, identifying, consolidating, and repacking various waste streams, and completing day-to-day tasks such as facility inspections and equipment maintenance. Waste tracking, shipping & receiving, and safety documentation are key aspects of this role, and the successful candidate will be part of a team ensuring all aspects are completed in a timely fashion meeting management and regulatory expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Update waste tracking systems and communicate with Project Coordinators and the Billing team.
• Identify, verify, and receive hazardous and non-hazardous waste entering the facility.
• Ensure all required documents adhere to legal requirements as well as maintain compliance within SECURE guidelines.
• Ensure waste is accurately packaged, classified, documented and stored.
• Consolidate and repack waste as required for efficient processing and transportation.
• Perform field level waste identification tests as required to ensure paperwork accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare waste samples for laboratory analysis as required.
• Actively participate in safety meetings and daily tailgate meetings.
• Perform repair & maintenance tasks and general labour duties.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement actions such as Hazard Identifications, non-conformance reports, Hazard Hunts, and Inspections.
• Abide by SECURE’s Occupational Health and Safety Program.

Minimum Requirements:

• Technical and regulatory knowledge related to the hazardous waste disposal industry, with the ability to ensure compliance with TDG Regulations.
• Shipping and receiving/general warehousing experience would be an asset.
• Post-Secondary Science education related to Chemistry, Biology or Environmental Studies would be an asset.
• Effective time management skills and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines individually and part of a team.
• Competent computer skills including MS Office and ability to learn SECURE’s suite of waste tracking and compliance programs.
• Attention to detail and an ability to accurately complete various documents such as waste manifests or bills of lading, inspection reports, and safety paperwork.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions and spend a significant portion of each day on your feet.
• Physically fit and able to perform physical tasks including lifting, pushing, pulling, opening, or closing various containers and other heavy objects.
• Experience operating a forklift or other mobile equipment would be an asset.
• Personal values aligned with SECURE’s Core Values: Life, Accountability, Collaboration and Excellence.