Waste Management Technician

CKM INDUSTRIES INC; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CKM INDUSTRIES INC is looking for an experienced professional to handle hazardous and non-hazardous waste management. You will be responsible for transporting waste safely and performing industrial cleaning tasks using specialized equipment.

Candidates should possess knowledge of waste classification procedures, EPA regulations, and demonstrate the ability to operate vacuum trucks and other equipment. The role requires physical stamina, adaptability, and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in industrial cleaning or waste management.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at elevated levels.

Responsibilities

• Identify and separate hazardous and non-hazardous waste according to regulatory guidelines.
• Safely transport waste to approved disposal or treatment facilities.
• Respond to spills and leaks using proper containment and cleanup methods.

Skills

Knowledge of hazardous waste classification and disposal procedures

Ability to operate vacuum trucks, drum lifters, and containment systems

Familiarity with EPA, DOT, and OSHA regulations

Proficiency in using PPE and spill response equipment

Strong attention to detail and safety awareness

Effective communication and teamwork

Physical stamina and ability to work in high-risk environments

Problem-solving and adaptability under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training in industrial cleaning preferred

Tools

Hydroblasting equipment

Vacuum truck

Tank cleaning equipment

Job description

Primary Responsibilities and Key Deliverables

• Identify and separate hazardous and non-hazardous waste according to regulatory guidelines
• Collect waste from designated areas including production zones, tanks, and confined spaces
• Safely transport waste to approved disposal or treatment facilities
• Operate vacuum trucks, forklifts, and other waste handling equipment
• Maintain accurate records of waste types, volumes, and disposal methods
• Ensure labeling, packaging, and manifesting of waste materials meet EPA and DOT standards
• Follow HAZWOPER, OSHA, and company-specific safety procedures
• Respond to spills and leaks using proper containment and cleanup methods

Equipment Maintenance

• Inspect and maintain waste handling tools and PPE
• Report equipment malfunctions and assist with minor repairs
• Coordinate with cleaning crews and supervisors to align waste removal with cleaning schedules
• Participate in safety meetings and training sessions

Required Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of hazardous waste classification and disposal procedures
• Ability to operate vacuum trucks, drum lifters, and containment systems
• Familiarity with EPA, DOT, and OSHA regulations
• Proficiency in using PPE and spill response equipment
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Physical stamina and ability to work in high-risk environments
• Problem-solving and adaptability under pressure

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical training in industrial cleaning preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in industrial cleaning or waste management

Work Environment

Tools, equipment, machinery used: hydroblasting, vacuum truck, and tank cleaning equipment.

Working conditions: Will be exposed to all weather conditions. Work on various structures and surfaces both at ground and elevated levels up to and possibly exceeding 150 ft. Work in confined spaces. Work a 12-hour shift with 30-minute lunch breaks. If requested, work overtime, and respond to emergency callouts whenever they occur. Work days, nights, and weekends. Travel to customer and other Miller sites as needed.

Physical effort required: Handling tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 150 lbs. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, crawl, bend, squat, and kneel. Must be capable of climbing towers/vessels/tanks.