Forklift-Ready Hazardous Waste Technician I

Republic Services, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Health care and dependent care FSAs

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Employee discounts

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking a hands-on technician to work in an outside warehouse environment in Richmond, VA. You will load/unload drums and containers, sample contents, and consolidate waste for processing in a safety-conscious role.

The position requires knowledge of hazardous waste handling, use of basic tools, and strict attention to detail. A valid driver’s license may be required for some postings, with company-provided training for forklift use.

Qualifications

• Pass 40-hour HAZWOPER training upon hire.
• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in handling waste materials.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload drums, totes, and containers of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials from trucks.
• Sample contents of drums, totes, and containers.
• Consolidate drum contents into larger containers for processing.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack usage

Hand tools

Shop tools

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Education

HAZWOPER Training (40-hour)

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking a hands-on technician to work in an outside warehouse environment in Richmond, VA. You will load/unload drums and containers, sample contents, and consolidate waste for processing in a safety-conscious role.

The position requires knowledge of hazardous waste handling, use of basic tools, and strict attention to detail. A valid driver’s license may be required for some postings, with company-provided training for forklift use.