Environmental Technician

Planet Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Group is seeking an Environmental Technician in Kansas City, MO. The role covers hands-on hazardous waste handling, PPE use, and partner support for the Program Manager. You will contribute to safe operations, maintain equipment, and engage with clients professionally.

The position is contract to hire, daytime and afternoon shifts, with overtime possible. A high school diploma, valid US driver’s license, and at least one year of customer service experience are required, along with the

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• 1+ years of customer service experience.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Consent to pre-employment screenings including MVR, background check, drug screen.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds and work overtime as needed.
• Safety-sensitive role requiring PPE and compliance with safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain attendance and punctuality; learn software supporting operations; assist Program Manager as requested.
• Handle hazardous chemicals and waste, and operate related equipment (material shredder); wear respirator when needed.

Skills

Customer service

Willingness to learn

Lifting capability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title:

Environmental Technician

Location:

Kansas City, MO

Pay Range:

$20/hr - $25/hr + Overtime

Work Hours:

Full-Time | Day Shift | Afternoon Shift

Type of Employment:

Contract to Hire

Responsibilities:

• Technical
  • Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
  • Developing a strong working knowledge of computer software programs that support the operation.
  • Assist Program Manager as requested.
• Hands-on
  • Handle chemicals and hazardous waste in small and large containers.
  • Utilization of a material shredder.
  • Willingness to wear a respirator for 2 to 6 hours per day, if needed.
• Customer Service
  • Provide clients with high-quality and professional customer service.
  • Positive attitude, high energy, and good communication skills.
  • Rotating on-call responsibilities as part of our Emergency Response team (optional).

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Basic knowledge of, or interest in, the hazardous waste field.
• 1+ years of customer service experience.
• Self-motivated person with the desire to learn.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without future sponsorship.
• Must have a reliable form of transportation.
• Must be willing to consent to Motor Vehicle Record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen (inclusive of THC).
• Upon employment, you will be required to participate in a random drug screening program (inclusive of THC) as part of our company's commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to work overtime when needed.
• The Environmental Technicianfrequently handles hazardous chemicals and biological waste and is responsible for putting on and taking off personal protective equipment. This role is considered safety-sensitive.

Preferred Requirements:

• Prior relevant industry experience
• Active HAZWOPER 24 or 40 hour certification
• Forklift Experience

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