Material Handler I

Veolia; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Job summary

Veolia in Port Arthur, Texas is looking for a dedicated individual to perform hazardous and non-hazardous waste tasks. Responsibilities include loading and unloading containers and maintaining a safe work area. Applicants should have a high school diploma and proficiency with tools and forklifts.

The position requires training in material handling equipment and may involve working under supervision. The benefits package includes health and dental insurance, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Prior work experience of 3 to 6 months in hazardous waste or chemical industry preferred.
• Proficiency in handling forklifts and a variety of tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work as directed by supervisors, leads, trainers or mentors.
• Load and unload various size containers using mechanical or manual means.
• Inspect material handling equipment as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.

Skills

Communication through reading and writing

Trained in the use of material handling equipment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Impact wrenches

Shovels

Jackhammers

Job description

Job Description

Position Purpose:

Responsible for performing a variety of routine hazardous and non-hazardous waste tasks in the movement and processing of various waste in various container size/type. Tasks could include: Follow procedures & direction, perform manual labor, proper usage of PPE, operate mobile equipment (manual and powered), operate fixed / stationary equipment, loading & unloading containers, perform equipment inspections, identification of various container size/type, scanning container movements, consolidation of containers & material, staging containers in designated area, recognize markings & labels. Tasks will be performed on a daily basis in the designated processing area as assigned by Leads & Supervisors in order to meet processing objectives for material disposal.

Primary Duties/responsibilities:

• Work as directed by supervisors, leads, trainers or mentors.
• Recognize various container size & type.
• Recognize labels & markings.
• Understand and follow procedures & processes.
• Load and unload various size containers (totes, drums, tankers, trailers. etc.) using mechanical or manual means.
• Use a variety of tools such as impact wrenches, shovels, jackhammers, etc.
• Transport hazardous materials from storage locations within the facility as directed.
• Decontaminate and dispose of empty drums and/or containers according to RCRA and disposal guidelines.
• Assist in completing all necessary paperwork for processing materials to include transportation of materials to and from various locations.
• Perform general housekeeping duties.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.
• Inspect material handling equipment as required.
• Assist in the loading/unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials at designated sites utilizing appropriate equipment for which you are appropriately trained.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background:

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) preferred
• Prior work experience of 3 to 6 months in the hazardous waste or chemical industry in a related position with proficiency in handling forklifts and a variety of tools preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Ability to communicate through reading and writing
• Trained in the use of material handling equipment

Required Certification / Licenses / Training:

• 40-Hour HAZWOPER training 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.