Hazardous Waste Material Handler II | Forklift Certified

Veolia North America, LLC; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Veolia North America, LLC is seeking a Hazardous Waste Technician to perform routine waste tasks, move solids and liquids, and assist in cleaning and decontamination operations with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading containers, operating forklift and other tools, and transporting materials within the facility. Required: 40-hour HAZWOPER training preferred and forklift certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior 10–12 months in hazardous waste or chemical industry with forklift/tools experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate through reading and writing is required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload containers of various sizes (totes, drums, tankers, trailers).
• Construct boxes/containers and label and load them.
• Use tools such as impact wrenches, shovels and similar equipment.
• Transport hazardous waste within the facility as directed.
• Decontaminate and dispose of empty drums per RCRA guidelines.
• Complete paperwork for transport of materials to/from sites.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.
• Perform general housekeeping and inspect handling equipment.

Skills

Reading & writing

MHE training

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Yard Truck

Impact wrenches

Shovels

Job description

Veolia North America, LLC is seeking a Hazardous Waste Technician to perform routine waste tasks, move solids and liquids, and assist in cleaning and decontamination operations with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading containers, operating forklift and other tools, and transporting materials within the facility. Required: 40-hour HAZWOPER training preferred and forklift certification.