Hazardous Waste Technician — Field Environmental

Actalent; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Time Off / PTO

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Environmental Technician to responsibly manage hazardous waste, support industrial cleaning, and assist with wastewater treatment. You will document activities, operate cleaning equipment, and follow safety protocols in outdoor and indoor environments.

This role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and reliable record-keeping while supporting diverse site tasks. Work is outdoors in all seasons with options for internal growth into operations and leadership roles

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of prior experience with hazardous materials.
• Experience in general labor and site cleanup in industrial or environmental settings.
• Ability to work outdoors in seasonal weather conditions.
• Comfort operating industrial cleaning equipment and tools.
• Strong documentation skills and attention to safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate, treat, store, pack, transport, and dispose of hazardous waste in compliance with regulations.
• Perform industrial cleaning tasks including pressure washing.
• Assist with wastewater treatment activities to ensure proper handling.
• Participate in spill response and contain hazardous materials safely.
• Provide general facility services and site cleanup as needed.
• Complete documentation accurately and on time; maintain records.
• Operate equipment safely and maintain safety PPE.
• Support outdoor and indoor site activities in varying conditions.

Skills

Hazardous materials

General labor

Outdoor work

Site cleanup

Documentation

PPE use

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pressure washer

Industrial cleaning equipment

Wastewater treatment equipment

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Environmental Technician to responsibly manage hazardous waste, support industrial cleaning, and assist with wastewater treatment. You will document activities, operate cleaning equipment, and follow safety protocols in outdoor and indoor environments.

This role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and reliable record-keeping while supporting diverse site tasks. Work is outdoors in all seasons with options for internal growth into operations and leadership roles