Material Handler

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and consistently maintaining safe practices.
• Loads, unloads and processes solid and liquid waste safely in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local rules and regulations.
• Operates a fork truck and Bobcat with attachments.
• Directs liquid waste through a system of pumps to tanks for storage.
• Performs basic spill cleanup and housekeeping duties as directed.
• Utilizes barcode system equipment to document certain inventory activities.
• Reviews laboratory data to determine proper handling and disposal of materials.
• Utilizes DOT knowledge to match and label inbound materials for storage and shipping of containers to other sites.
• Utilizes proper equipment to remove samples of materials for analysis and compatibility checks.
• Operates a hydraulic baler for cardboard and other materials.
• Maintains operating areas, walls, pipes, and floors in a clean and safe condition.
• Utilizes knowledge of applicable EPA, DOT, OSHA and permit regulations.
• Utilizes Arcwood coding and labeling systems to handle and manage containers.
• Utilizes appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed including boots, gloves, suits, eye/ear protection and a respirator.
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent (required).
• 1+ years of related experience (required).
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certificate (preferred).

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

• Arcwood offers competitive pay and bonus incentives.
• Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with 7% company match, and tuition reimbursement.
• Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans & Disabilities.

Position Physical Demands

A reasonable estimate of the starting base salary range for this role is $20/hour. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in an annual bonus plan based on company performance.