Hazardous Waste Operator - Specialty Feed & Incinerator

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Veolia North America is seeking a Specialty Feed Operator I to process specialty feed streams and support the incineration process. The role involves handling feed drums, coordinating with maintenance, and ensuring safe operations under hazardous conditions.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, HAZWOPER training, and 1–2 years of process operations experience; strong communication and safety-focused mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a respirator fit test.
• Must be able to pass a verbal and/or written skill/proficiency test.
• Experience in hazardous waste operations preferred.
• 1–2 years process operations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process specialty feed streams and operate related equipment.
• Assist maintenance and contractors with equipment calibration and permits.
• Perform lockout/tagout procedures for equipment.
• Troubleshoot, flush, clean, repair, and swap feed lines, pumps, and boxes.
• Tear down and decon feed pumps for repairs.
• Prepare equipment for start-up/shutdown scenarios.
• Verify chemical compatibility and reference WIPs to ensure safe processing.

Skills

Verbal/written communication

Math aptitude

Education

High School diploma or GED

40-Hour HAZWOPER training

Tools

Job description

Veolia North America is seeking a Specialty Feed Operator I to process specialty feed streams and support the incineration process. The role involves handling feed drums, coordinating with maintenance, and ensuring safe operations under hazardous conditions.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, HAZWOPER training, and 1–2 years of process operations experience; strong communication and safety-focused mindset are essential.