General Laborer

Enviri; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to environmental sustainability as a General Laborer/Environmental Technician. In this vital role, you will manage hazardous waste in compliance with regulations, ensuring safety and environmental responsibility. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and cross-training in various roles. With competitive pay and benefits starting on Day 1, including health coverage and 401k options, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a rapidly growing industry. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a dynamic workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health benefits available Day 1

401k available Day 1

10+ paid holidays/year

Free HAZWOPER training and certification

Overtime opportunities

Cross-training into different roles

Qualifications

• Ability to repeatedly lift and carry 50 pounds throughout the workday.
• Visual acuity to read labels and documentation; depth perception to safely drive forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Segregate and package material for transport.
• Operate fork trucks to move containers and load/unload trailers.

Skills

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds

Visual acuity for reading labels

Ability to work outdoors in all climate conditions

Ability to communicate in English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Job description

Company Description

The pay for this position is $23/hr.

Are you looking for an opportunity that is more than a job? Plant your roots and grow with Clean Earth. Here at Clean Earth, you will have the opportunity for a career in the growing field of environmental sustainability. Clean Earth provides waste solutions to retailers, pharmacies, hospitals, government operations, harbors, manufacturers, and consumers. Clean Earth ensures a cleaner, greener planet for generations to come. You could be part of the solution!

Why join Clean Earth?

In addition to competitive pay, we also offer:

• Health benefits available Day 1
• 401k available Day 1
• 10+ paid holidays/year
• Free HAZWOPER training and certification
• Overtime opportunities
• Ability to be cross-trained into different roles

Clean Earth is a leading provider of environmental services with over 60 facilities throughout the U.S. We are a division of Harsco Corporation, a global powerhouse with over 11,000 employees. And we were recently named as one of America's Most Loved Workplaces 2022 by Newsweek!

Job Description

The General Laborer/Environmental Technician consolidates, treats, stores, packs, transports and/or disposes of hazardous waste in accordance with environmentally responsible and compliant practices, policies, and procedures. Maintain detailed and accurate records.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Segregate and package material for transport.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and storage of hazardous materials in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, practices and procedures.
• Operate fork trucks and other mobile equipment to move containers to and from storage and treatment areas and to load/unload trailers.
• Complete required documentation accurately, timely and legibly in accordance with applicable regulations and customer policies, practices and procedures.
• Perform other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management.

This position's hours are M-F 7am-3:30pm

Qualifications

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Ability to repeatedly lift and carry 50 pounds throughout the workday
• Ability to stand and walk over uneven surfaces for extended periods
• Visual acuity to read labels and documentation; depth perception to safely drive forklifts
• Ability to hear vehicle warning chimes and alarms
• Ability to work outdoors in all climate conditions and indoors in non-climate-controlled conditions
• Willingness and ability to wear company-issued personal protection equipment including safety glasses, hard hat, steel toed shoes, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Basic computer skills to complete web-based training
• Ability to understand and respond to written and verbal English
• Ability to predictably and regularly attend work during scheduled hours. Must be willing and able to occasionally work nights, weekends and variable schedule(s) as necessary.
• Ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers.

Additional Information

Clean Earth offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco Clean Earth’s website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Clean Earth offers the following alternate application procedure: Call toll free [phone] and leave your name, phone number, city and state of residence. Clean Earth will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. This line is dedicated to disability applications only. No other inquiries will receive a response.