E-Waste Technician

What This Job Involves The E-Waste Technician is responsible for the safe collection, sorting, testing, and processing of electronic waste in compliance with environmental regulations and data security standards. This role combines technical troubleshooting skills with physical stamina to manage the lifecycle of retired technology, including computers, mobile phones, servers, and general electronics. You'll ensure proper handling of hazardous materials, perform data destruction, and help recover valuable components from electronic devices. Your day-to-day tasks will include: Receiving and sorting incoming electronic waste by product type, material, and recycling stream while identifying and safely handling hazardous materialsTesting, diagnosing, and troubleshooting electronics to determine refurbishment potential and disassembling devices to harvest valuable componentsPerforming certified data wiping, degaussing, or physical destruction on hard drives and storage media while maintaining chain-of-custody documentationConducting basic repairs and upgrades to prepare devices for secondary marketsLogging inventory into asset management systems and generating reports on recycled volumes, recovered assets, and hazardous waste manifestsOperating hand tools, power tools, and specialized disassembly equipment to break down electronic devices safelyWeighing materials and coordinating outgoing inventory while adhering to environmental and safety protocols Physical Demands and Work Environment: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly throughout the dayAbility to stand, bend, and reach for extended periods in a warehouse environmentPrimarily based in a warehouse, recycling facility, or tech labMay involve exposure to dust, noise, and potentially hazardous materials requiring proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Required Qualifications: Strong knowledge of computer hardware components including CPUs, motherboards, RAM, and storage drivesExperience using diagnostic software and basic data sanitization toolsProficiency with hand tools, power tools, and specialized disassembly equipmentValid Driver's LicenseAbility to maintain strict data security protocols and chain-of-custody documentationPhysical capability to lift 50 lbs regularly and work in warehouse conditionsUnderstanding of safety protocols for handling hazardous materials such as lithium-ion batteries, mercury switches, and CRT monitors Preferred Qualifications: CompTIA A+ CertificationKnowledge of e-waste standards such as R2 (Responsible Recycling), e-Stewards, or ISO 14001Forklift certificationExperience with data destruction tools like Blancco or DBANPrevious experience in electronics recycling or refurbishment operationsBasic repair and upgrade skills for electronic devicesFamiliarity with asset management systems and inventory tracking software