Environmental Technician

Actalent; Hatfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long‑term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

PTO / Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is hiring an Environmental Technician for first shift in Hatfield, PA. This entry-level role focuses on hands-on waste handling, drum movement, and basic environmental tasks within a safety‑driven organization.

You will work in a mixed indoor/outdoor setting, supporting field and warehouse activities, with opportunities to gain HAZWOPER certification and grow within the environmental and waste management industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, or Chemistry OR at least one year of related industry experience.
• Foundational knowledge of environmental science concepts and practices.
• Ability to perform general labor tasks, including materials handling and drum movement.
• Ability to repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 pounds throughout the workday.
• Ability to stand and walk on uneven surfaces for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Transport labeled drums of waste safely and efficiently within the facility and to designated areas.
• Identify and verify the substances contained in each drum to ensure accurate handling and storage.
• Load and offload drums onto trucks using appropriate methods and equipment, following safety procedures.
• Separate hazardous waste from non-hazardous waste and place each in the correct storage area.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area indoors and outdoors.
• Support environmental field activities such as soil sampling and materials handling.
• Follow all safety protocols related to hazardous materials and waste.
• Collaborate with team members to complete daily tasks and meet goals.
• Participate in training opportunities, including obtaining the 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification if not already held.
• Demonstrate a proactive, safety-focused mindset.

Skills

Environmental knowledge

Safety awareness

Manual labor

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

Env Sci/Bio/Chem degree

Tools

HAZWOPER 40hr

Job description

Job Title: Environmental Technician – First Shift

This first-shift Environmental Technician role offers an entry-level opportunity to build hands-on experience in the environmental and waste management industry. You will handle and transport labeled drums of waste, distinguish between different materials, and ensure hazardous and non-hazardous waste is properly separated and stored. This position is ideal for individuals with an environmental science, biology, or chemistry experience, or related industry experience, who want to grow their career with a safety-focused, environmentally responsible organization.

Job Title: Environmental Technician – First Shift

This first-shift Environmental Technician role offers an entry-level opportunity to build hands-on experience in the environmental and waste management industry. You will handle and transport labeled drums of waste, distinguish between different materials, and ensure hazardous and non-hazardous waste is properly separated and stored. This position is ideal for individuals with an environmental science, biology, or chemistry experience, or related industry experience, who want to grow their career with a safety-focused, environmentally responsible organization.

Responsibilities

• Transport labeled drums of waste safely and efficiently within the facility and to designated areas.
• Identify and verify the substances contained in each drum to ensure accurate handling and storage.
• Load and offload drums onto trucks using appropriate methods and equipment, following all safety procedures.
• Separate hazardous waste from non-hazardous waste and place each in the correct warehouse or storage location.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Support environmental field activities such as basic soil sampling and materials handling, as needed.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures, including those related to hazardous materials and hazardous waste.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to complete daily tasks and meet operational goals.
• Participate in training opportunities, including obtaining the 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification if not already held.
• Demonstrate a positive, “want to work” mindset by taking initiative and contributing to a strong safety culture.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, or Chemistry OR at least one year of experience in a related industry.
• Foundational knowledge of environmental science concepts and practices.
• Ability to perform general labor tasks, including materials handling and drum movement.
• Ability to repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 pounds throughout the workday.
• Ability to stand and walk over uneven surfaces for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in all climate conditions and indoors in non‑climate‑controlled conditions.
• Strong safety awareness when working with hazardous materials and hazardous waste.
• Positive mindset and strong desire to work, learn, and contribute to the team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification (strong plus; can be obtained on the job if not already held).
• Experience in the environmental field, including soil sampling or similar fieldwork.
• Prior exposure to hazardous materials handling and waste management operations.
• Demonstrated commitment to working safely and following established protocols.
• Interest in building a long‑term career in the environmental and waste management industry.

Work Environment

This role operates in a mixed indoor and outdoor environment, with approximately half of the work performed outside in the environmental field and half inside warehouse or facility spaces. You will work on first shift and spend much of the day on your feet, standing and walking over uneven surfaces. The position requires repeatedly lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds and working in all weather conditions outdoors as well as indoors in non‑climate‑controlled areas. The organization emphasizes safety and employee care, following strict safety protocols and providing quality equipment and protective gear. You will join a growing team with more than 30 years of experience in the waste and environmental industry, known for its focus on sustainable growth, responsibility, and internal advancement opportunities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hatfield, PA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
• Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Hatfield,PA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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