Household Waste Technician – Part Time

Veolia NA; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia NA in East Chicago is looking for a part-time employee responsible for household hazardous waste collection. This role requires the ability to safely manage hazardous materials while maintaining a professional image with the public.

A High School diploma is required and hazardous waste experience is preferred. The position also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Hazardous waste experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for household hazardous waste collection events.
• Unload materials from vehicles and trucks.
• Follow health and safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a professional image during customer interactions.
• Work in a safe manner while segregating chemicals.

Skills

Professionalism

Teamwork

Following directions

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

Must be okay with being clean‑shaven and traveling to different locations.

This is a part‑time position.

Position Purpose

Responsible for working on household hazardous waste collection events or events similar in nature. Responsible for maintaining a professional image while adhering to all VESTS Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Primary Duties / Responsibilities

• Unload materials from vehicles, trucks and pick‑ups.
• Able to recognize potentially dangerous situations relating to chemical handling.
• Able to consistently follow all compliance, health and safety, and procedures in accordance with departmental and regional policies.
• Fosters a proper company image to customers regular interaction in a professional manner.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team in a changing job environment.
• Work in a safe manner.
• Segregation of chemicals into packaging categories or DOT hazard classes.
• Ability to differentiate and consolidate similar materials while wearing respiratory protection.

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background

• High School Diploma required
• Hazardous waste experience preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to act in a professional manner at all times
• Strong team player
• Ability to effectively follow direction
• Ability to work in a changing job environment

Required Certification / Licenses / Training

• A valid Driver’s License
• 40‑hour HAZWOPER Certification preferred

Benefits

Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.