Hazardous Materials Recovery Technician

Kids for the Future; Clinton (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Hazardous Materials Handler to identify, remove, package, transport, or dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes. Real-world tasks include operating heavy equipment and complying with OSHA safety procedures.

The role requires specialized training or certification in hazardous materials handling or confined entry, with on-call availability and travel as needed. CDL endorsement is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• A valid state driver’s license with no more than 3 active violations within the previous 3 years.
• A valid state driver’s license with Class A CDL endorsement preferred but not required.
• HAZWOPER certification preferred but not required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Understanding of business principles and practices.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, equipment & tools involved in remediation services.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate hand and power tools, heavy machinery and equipment such as scrapers, vacuums, earth moving equipment, high-pressure sprayers, to remove, package, store or transport loads of waste materials.
• Record the number of containers stored at disposal sites, specifying amounts or types of equipment or waste disposed.
• Maintain a safe working environment by monitoring safety procedures and equipment while carrying out tasks and work orders.
• Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures to ensure safety and quality work product.
• Prepare and maintain work records/reports of information such as employee time and wages, daily field tickets, or inspection results.
• Strong knowledge of relevant safety policies and procedures; apply safety policies/ procedures to promote a safe work environment for the protection of clients, employees, and the public.
• Interpret meaning of information to others.
• Attend staff meetings; collaborate with others to communicate with supervisory personnel.

Skills

Judgement & Decision Making

Guiding, Monitoring, Coaching

Technical Capacity

Thoroughness

Time Management

Material Resource Management

Education

Class A CDL endorsement preferred

HAZWOPER certification preferred

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Kids for the Future is seeking a Hazardous Materials Handler to identify, remove, package, transport, or dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes. Real-world tasks include operating heavy equipment and complying with OSHA safety procedures.

The role requires specialized training or certification in hazardous materials handling or confined entry, with on-call availability and travel as needed. CDL endorsement is preferred but not required.