Material Handler

Heritage Environmental; Coolidge (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 7% company match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee life insurance

Job summary

A leading waste management company seeks a Material Handler I in Coolidge, AZ. This role involves loading, unloading, processing, and storing hazardous and nonhazardous waste materials. Candidates must have a high school diploma and 1+ years of experience in material handling. Competitive pay and various benefits, including medical and 401(k) with company match, are offered. The position requires adherence to safety regulations and utilization of proper personal protective equipment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related experience in material handling is required.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload and process hazardous and nonhazardous materials.
• Maintain clean and safe operating areas.
• Utilize safety equipment and adhere to regulations.

Skills

Fork truck operation

Hazardous material handling

Safety adherence

Chemical compatibility checks

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fork truck

Bobcat

Job description

Overview

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

This position is onsite in Coolidge AZ Monday-Friday 5am-1:30pm.

Why Arcwood

At Arcwood Environmental, we are pioneers in industrial waste management, committed to creating a cleaner, safer world. Since our inception during the environmental movement of the 1970s, we have been at the forefront of solving complex environmental challenges. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana with a dedicated team of 2,000+ employees across the United States, we provide innovative and compliant solutions to thousands of clients in diverse industries.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• 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
• Performs 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 competitive pay and bonus incentives. Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with 7% company match, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans & Disabilities

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