Onsite Environmental Technician II — Waste & Spill Specialist

Republic Services; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Onsite Environment Technician III in San Jose, CA. You will manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist with spill response at client facilities.

The role includes waste packaging, container inspection, data documentation, and training junior staff. Strong communication and ability to operate forklifts and related equipment are essential.

Qualifications

• 4 - 7 years of overall relevant work experience.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Good technical skills and physical capability for site work.

Responsibilities

• Collects, packages, and labels hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
• Performs chemical bulking and consolidation for efficient disposal.
• Inspects drums for container integrity and compliance with regulations.
• Ensures the safe loading and unloading of waste hauling vehicles.
• Conducts waste stream sampling and profiling.
• Operate and maintain site equipment, including forklifts.
• Leads field data collection activities and manages complex assignments.
• Provides guidance and training to more junior technicians.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Heavy equipment operation

Documentation

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet-jacks

Job description

Republic Services is seeking an Onsite Environment Technician III in San Jose, CA. You will manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist with spill response at client facilities.

The role includes waste packaging, container inspection, data documentation, and training junior staff. Strong communication and ability to operate forklifts and related equipment are essential.