Material Handler I

Veolia North America; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia North America is seeking a dedicated individual for a labor position focused on hazardous and non-hazardous waste management. The role involves operating equipment, loading/unloading waste containers, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and some experience in general labor. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteering

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 months general labor experience.
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine hazardous and non-hazardous waste tasks.
• Load and unload various size containers using mechanical or manual means.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.

Skills

Communication

Material handling

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. www.veolianorthamerica.com

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.
• 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.
• 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 GED equivalent.
• 3 to 6 months general labor experience.
• Forklift experience 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.

Physical Requirements:

• You must have the ability to continuosly stand, walk, and occassionally sit.
• Eye-hand coordination is frequently needed with occasional fine-finger movement.
• You will frequently bend and twist, occasionally climbing/working aloft and reaching above the shoulder level.
• The noise level is moderate.
• You must have the ability to handle hazardous materials: material handling, drum handling, waste processing and consolidation, waste sampling and handling, and household hazardous waste.
• You must have the ability to lift up to 20 lbs, frequently lift up to 50 lbs, and occassionally lift up to 100 lbs.
• You will be working outdoors, exposed to weather conditions and occasionally work indoors.
• You are required to use Personal Protective Equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, steel-toed shoes, apron, Tyvek coat, full-faced respirator, a powered air purifying respirator (PAPR) and a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
• You will occasionally use hearing protection.

Additional Information

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. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

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.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.