Material Handler

Heritage Environmental; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcwood Environmental in Benton, AR is seeking a Material Handler to load, unload, process and store hazardous and nonhazardous waste at a permitted facility. The role emphasizes safety and compliance, operating fork truck and equipment, and following EPA/DOT guidelines.

Requires a high-school diploma and 1+ year of related experience; a 40-hour HAZWOPER certificate is preferred. A post-offer drug screen is required; Arcwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and onsite work only.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma is required.
• 1+ years of related experience is required.
• HAZWOPER 40-hour certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Loads, unloads and processes solid and liquid waste safely in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local rules and regulations
• Operates a fork truck and Bobcat with attachments
• Directs liquid waste through a system of pumps to tanks for storage
• Performs basic spill cleanup and housekeeping duties as directed
• Reviews laboratory data to determine proper handling and disposal of materials
• Utilizes Department of Transportation (DOT) knowledge to match and label inbound materials for storage and shipping of containers to other sites
• Maintains operating areas, walls, pipes, and floors in a clean and safe condition
• Utilizes knowledge of applicable EPA, DOT, OSHA and permit regulations

Skills

1+ years experience

Education

High-school diploma

HAZWOPER 40-hour certificate

Job description

Material Handler

Location: US-AR-Benton

Job ID: 2026-1835

Category: Plant Operations

Position Type: Full-Time

Location Type: Onsite

Overview

About Arcwood

Every advancement-from the products we use to the medicines and technologies we depend on-creates waste that must be handled responsibly. For more than 50 years, Arcwood Environmental has helped organizations across the United States manage the byproducts of progress safely and thoughtfully. With deep expertise and innovative waste management technology across a growing nationwide footprint, Arcwood protects people, communities, and the environment through work that often happens behind the scenes.

Our Values

• Lead with Safety: We uphold the highest safety and compliance standards to protect our teams, our customers and the communities that count on us.
• Solve Problems Creatively: We push for better - advancing technologies, processes, and ideas that protect human health and the environment.
• Own It Together: We are individually and collectively accountable for our work and our impact, knowing that progress is only achieved by working together - with our customers, and with each other.
• Deliver for Customers: We put customers at the center of all we do. When we live our values - lead with safety, solving problems creatively, and owning our work together - the result is clear: we deliver exceptional value for our customers.

We've reached a unique point as a company: big enough to deliver broad capability and consistent performance, while striving to be nimbler and more responsive to our customers' evolving needs. Come join Arcwood and be part of our legacy of environmental leadership!

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Material Handler

As a Material Handler you will be responsible for loading, unloading, processing and storing hazardous and nonhazardous waste materials at a permitted waste treatment facility with supervision.

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and consistently maintaining safe practices
• Loads, unloads and processes solid and liquid waste safely in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local rules and regulations
• Operates a fork truck and Bobcat with attachments
• Directs liquid waste through a system of pumps to tanks for storage
• Performs basic spill cleanup and housekeeping duties as directed
• Perform chemical compatibility checks to prevent reactions and other issues
• Utilizes barcode system equipment to document certain inventory activities
• Reviews laboratory data to determine proper handling and disposal of materials
• Uses Department of Transportation (DOT) knowledge to match and label inbound materials for storage and shipping of containers to other sites
• Utilizes proper equipment to remove samples of materials for analysis and compatibility checks
• Operates a hydraulic baler for cardboard and other materials
• Maintains operating areas, walls, pipes, and floors in a clean and safe condition
• Utilizes knowledge of applicable EPA, DOT, OSHA and permit regulations
• Utilizes Arcwood coding and labeling systems to handle and manage containers
• Utilizes appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed including boots, gloves, suits, eye/ear protection and a respirator
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization

Education

• - High-school diploma or equivalent (required)

Experience

• 1+ years of related experience (required)
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certificate (preferred)

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

Arcwood offers stability you can count on and opportunities to grow. We provide steady work, competitive pay, and above-market benefits that reflect the importance of what we do. As we continue to grow, you'll have the chance to build skills, take on new challenges, and build a career. When you join Arcwood, you join a team that honors its legacy, values hardworking people, and shows up every day to protect people, communities, and the future we share.

Arcwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal laws.

A post-offer drug screen and background check will be required.

Physical Job Requirements