II, Environmental Services Field Operator - Military Veterans

JOB DESCRIPTION

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

I. Job Summary
Supports the business; including manual labor associated with chemical handling, lab pack duties, drum movements within the facility, drum bulking, drum crushing, industrial cleaning duties, confined space entry, assisting when extra personnel are needed, and other duties as assigned. This is a mid-level, non-supervisory position focused on hazardous and non-hazardous waste related projects.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

Ensures waste types are properly segregated, regulatory shipment windows are met, proper container labeling is adhered to, good housekeeping is maintained and accurate tracking logs are kept.

Identifies best practices that assist customers in reducing waste volumes, increasing operational efficiencies, identifying optimal equipment usage and generating cost savings.

Segregates, labels, marks and packages and prepares shipping documents for waste materials in a safe and compliant manner.

Collects, pours, transfers, consolidates, repackages and packages solid, liquid & sludge material.

Performs labor intensive activities such as container or drum collection, drum bulking, sorting trash for recyclables, confined space entry, pressure washer operation, air mover hose, and loading of trucks.

Transfers waste into containers of different size.

May provide support or direction to less experienced Technicians.

Wears required personal protective equipment.

Participates and cooperates in safety process, including following written procedures, attending required training and scheduled meetings.

Immediately reports any unsafe conditions, incidents, injuries or property damage to supervisor.

Maintains compliance with applicable environmental, safety and transportation regulations (EPA, OSHA, and DOT).

Maintains a minimal amount of manifest errors

Maintains a minimal amount of repacks.

III. Supervisory Responsibilities
None

IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

Education: High school diploma or GED (accredited).

Experience: Two (2) years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

Valid Drivers License

40 Hour HazWoper Certification

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

Ability to perform tasks in inclement weather

Ability to perform work in Confined Spaces while wearing chemical protective clothing and respiratory protection

V. Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, pressure washing, working with air mover, etc.) most of

the work day;

Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds most of the work day;

Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) most of the work day;

Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the work day;

Normal setting for this job is: outdoors/field

Note: The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases, be greater or lesser than documented here.

The salary range for this position is $17.50 - $27.58 per hour. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Benefits
At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click "Apply."

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