Waste Processing Team Lead

Veolia; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Veolia is seeking an Environmental Technician III in Allentown, PA, to supervise the segregation and packaging of hazardous materials. The ideal candidate must have at least 2 years of experience with hazardous materials, a High School diploma or GED, and the ability to operate a forklift.

This full-time position involves working 4-10 hour shifts from Monday through Thursday, with a competitive pay of $22-$25 per hour plus a shift differential. The role requires effective communication both within and outside the team.

Qualifications

• Ability to wear company provided personal protection equipment including eye protection.
• 2+ years of experience working with hazardous materials.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.

Responsibilities

• Supervise segregation and packaging material for process.
• Complete required paperwork in a legible and timely manner.
• Collect samples of inbound waste for laboratory analysis.

Skills

Hazardous materials handling

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Windows programs (Excel, Word)

Job description

CLEAN EARTH.

Environmental Technician III

• 2591 Mitchell Ave, Allentown, PA 18103, USA.
• Full-time.

Company Description:

• Work 4-10 hour shifts Monday through Thursday (1pm-11:30pm) 3 Day weekend!
• Warehouse Team Lead.
• $22-$25/hr plus $1.00 shift differential!

Job Description:

The Environmental Technician III is a key position in supervising that the details of everyday production are executed through effective communications within the team and outside teams, departments, etc.

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Supervise segregation and packaging material for process along with the completion of required paperwork in a legible, accurate, and timely manner in accordance with appropriate regulations and Clean Earth policies, practices, and procedures.
• Separate and pack hazardous material for transport.
• Complete required paperwork in accordance with our practices and procedures.
• Collecting samples of inbound waste for laboratory analysis.
• Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Ability to wear company provided personal protection equipment including eye protection, steel toed shoes, hard hat, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 2+ years of prior experience working with hazardous materials.
• Have the ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Ability to operate equipment, including a forklift and pallet jack.
• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience sampling and receiving hazardous waste.
• Has the ability to operate a powered industrial truck, e.g., forklift and possesses safe driving record.
• Proficiency with Windows based programs (i.e. Excel and Word.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Hazardous Materials and OSHA Regulations.
• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and RCRA Regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Environmental Science, Biology or related field.