Hazardous Waste Handler I

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Middlesex (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteering

Job summary

Veolia North America is seeking an entry-level hazardous waste handler to perform routine waste tasks under supervision, moving solids and liquids, loading and unloading containers and supporting decontamination operations.

The role requires basic reading/writing, forklift familiarity, and compliance with safety guidelines. The position offers hourly pay in the range of $21–$22.50 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate through reading and writing.
• Trained in the use of material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload various size containers (totes, drums, tankers, trailers, etc).
• Construct boxes and/or fiber containers and stacks, labels, and loads containers.
• Use tools such as impact wrenches, shovels, jackhammers, etc.
• Transport hazardous waste materials from storage facilities within the facility as directed.
• Decontaminate and dispose of empty drums and/or containers according to RCRA and disposal guidelines.
• Assist in completing all necessary paperwork for processing materials to include transportation of materials to and from various locations.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.
• Inspection material handling equipment as directed.
• Assist in loading/unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials at designated sites utilizing appropriate equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading and writing

Material handling equipment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Job description

Veolia North America is seeking an entry-level hazardous waste handler to perform routine waste tasks under supervision, moving solids and liquids, loading and unloading containers and supporting decontamination operations.

The role requires basic reading/writing, forklift familiarity, and compliance with safety guidelines. The position offers hourly pay in the range of $21–$22.50 and a comprehensive benefits package.