Material Handler (Waste)

Responsibilities

• Sample waste streams according to prescribed policies and procedures.
• Manually open, unpack, and consolidate containers of hazardous materials.
• Test, consolidate, and provide spill clean-up response and remedial activities, labeling, loading, off loading, and logistics coordination for hazardous materials in a facility setting.
• Assist in the loading/unloading of hazardous waste materials at fixed facility sites utilizing appropriate equipment such as drum dollies, forklifts, etc. to ensure transfer of waste in a safe and timely manner.
• Comply and enforce all compliance, health, safety, and procedures in accordance with VES-TS policies.
• Become familiar with all U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT)/Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and VES-TS regulations.
• Operate and maintain all equipment in a professional manner to ensure optimum efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related science discipline preferred.
• Strong team player.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Computer proficiency.
• Ability to follow through on assignments.

Required Certification / Licenses / Training

• 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification.
• Valid Driver's License.

Additional Information

• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off policies, health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering, and participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan for retirement.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.