Wastewater & Hazardous Materials Technician (L1-2)

Consolidated Edison Company of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Consolidated Edison Company of New York is seeking a suitable candidate to operate and maintain equipment at the Astoria Wastewater Treatment Facility and Benzene Treatment Facility. Responsibilities include handling hazardous waste drums, forklift operation (4–20 ton), and conducting regulatory-compliant changeouts.

The role requires a HS diploma/GED with science/tech background and 4 years of technical experience or an Associate's degree with 1 year experience; valid driver's license is

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma/GED with a science/tech background and 4 years of technical experience or an Associate's degree with 1 year of experience.
• Basic awareness of environmental regulations and mechanical/technical background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment at the Astoria Wastewater Treatment Facility and Benzene Treatment Facility.
• Physically handle hazardous waste drums.
• Qualify to operate forklifts from 4-ton to 20-ton.
• Perform chemical changeouts at the water treatment plant following safety practices.
• Load and unload drums and oil-filled electrical equipment for transport.
• Offload and load tankers at the wastewater treatment plant.
• Report anomalies to supervisor with clear oral/written communication.
• Quality control of drums: labels, waste tracking, and manifests.

Skills

Safety-minded

Mechanical aptitude

Written & verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Chemistry/Mechanical Technology

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Consolidated Edison Company of New York is seeking a suitable candidate to operate and maintain equipment at the Astoria Wastewater Treatment Facility and Benzene Treatment Facility. Responsibilities include handling hazardous waste drums, forklift operation (4–20 ton), and conducting regulatory-compliant changeouts.

The role requires a HS diploma/GED with science/tech background and 4 years of technical experience or an Associate's degree with 1 year experience; valid driver's license is