Hazardous Waste Technician I - Outdoor Work

Veolia North America, LLC

Somerton (AZ)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Full time

4 hours ago

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Job summary

Veolia North America, LLC is hiring for a hazardous materials handler at a facility in Somerton, AZ. This role involves consolidating, treating, storing, transporting and disposing of hazardous waste in compliance with regulations, with physical duties including lifting up to 50 pounds and operating forklifts and pallet jacks.

The position requires outdoor work in all weather and wearing PPE as required. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
2+ years of prior experience working with hazardous materials.
Ability to operate equipment, including a forklift and pallet jack.
Ability to hear vehicle warning chimes and alarms.
Ability to work outdoors in all climate conditions and indoors in non-climate-controlled conditions.
Willingness and ability to wear company-issued PPE including safety glasses, hard hat, steel-toed shoes, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator (gentlemen – this means no beards).

Responsibilities

Consolidate, treat, store, transport and/or dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with environmentally responsible and compliant practices, policies, and procedures.
Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds throughout the day.
Operating a forklift and other mobile equipment to move containers to and from storage and treatment areas and to load and unload trailers.
Complete required documentation accurately, timely and legibly in accordance with applicable regulations and customer policies, practices and procedures.