Environmental Technician II

Veolia | North America; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time

Job summary

Veolia North America is seeking an Environmental Technician II at its Richardson, TX site to join the hazardous waste and environmental services team. This role focuses on knowing the location and treatment for inbound waste streams, operating onsite equipment, and completing required paperwork.

Qualified candidates have 2+ years of hazmat experience, ability to operate forklifts, PPE, English literacy, and willingness to work in all weather.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of prior experience working with hazardous materials.
• Ability to operate equipment including a forklift.
• Must be able to wear PPE (eye protection, steel-toed shoes, hard hat, gloves, Tyvek, respirator).
• Read, write and speak English proficiently.
• Able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Complete required paperwork in accordance with practices and procedures.
• Collect samples of inbound waste for compatibility.
• Unload bulk liquid trucks to proper tank.
• Resolve and report issues with inbound loads.
• Operate hi-lo and end loaders safely.
• Know waste streams and their treatment protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Hazardous materials handling

Forklift operation

PPE compliance

English literacy

Indoor/outdoor work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Windows (Excel/Word)

Job description

Company Description

Veolia has acquired Clean Earth. As Clean Earth completes its integration into Veolia, recruiting and hiring for this role is being managed in partnership with the Clean Earth talent acquisition team. Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

WORK LOCATION: RICHARDSON, TX

Environmental Technician II will be responsible for knowing the location and treatment for inbound waste streams. Environmental Technician II will be able to treat and process waste with onsite equipment. This includes pit mixing, drum pumping, drum dumping, and basic hi-lo and wheel loader skills. Technician must be able to complete required paperwork in accordance with our practices and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Complete required paperwork in accordance with our practices and procedures


• Collecting samples of inbound waste for compatibility


• Unload bulk liquid trucks to proper tank


• Resolve and report issues with inbound loads


• Operate hi-lo and end loaders in a safe manner


• Have knowledge of our waste streams and their treatment protocol.


• Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Basic requirements

• 2+ years of prior experience working with hazardous materials


• Ability to operate equipment, including a forklift and pallet jack


• Ability to wear company provided personal protection equipment including eye protection, steel toed shoes, hard hat, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator


• Have the ability to read, write and speak in English


• Must be 18 years of age or older


• Must be able to work indoor and outdoor in all weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred


• Proficiency with Windows based programs (i.e. Excel and Word


• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and RCRA Regulations


• Has the ability to operate a powered industrial truck, e.g., forklift and possesses safe driving record.


• Able to work in a team environment or alone based on business needs


• Good attendance record and safe work history


• Able to operate end loader or back hoe

Additional Information

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, commencing no later than January 1, 2027, benefits package will include participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law