Material Handler II

Position Purpose:

Responsible for performing a variety of routine hazardous and non-hazardous waste tasks in the movement and processing of various waste in various container size/type.  Tasks could include:  Follow procedures & direction perform manual labor proper usage of PPE operate mobile equipment (manual and powered) operate fixed / stationary equipment loading & unloading containers perform equipment inspections identification of various container size/type scanning container movements consolidation of containers & material staging containers in designated area recognize markings & labels.  Tasks will be performed on a daily basis in the designated processing area as assigned by Leads & Supervisors in order to meet processing objectives for material disposal.

Primary Duties /Responsibilities: 

• Has mastered one of the four components (CSB/ADA TRB Bulk Ramp Box Wash or TSDF)
• Requires minimal direct supervision
• Recognize various container size & type
• Recognize labels & markings
• Understand and follow procedures & processes
• Ability to utilize systems to create processing paperwork or labels
• Load and unload various size containers (totes drums tankers trailers. etc.) using mechanical or manual means
• Construct boxes and/or fiber containers and stacks labels and loads containers.  
• Use a variety of tools such as impact wrenches shovels jackhammers etc.
• Transport hazardous waste materials from storage facilities within the facility as directed. 
• Decontaminate and dispose of empty drums and/or containers according to RCRA and disposal guidelines.
• Assist in completing all necessary paperwork for processing materials to include transportation of materials to and from various locations.
• Perform general housekeeping duties.   
• Maintain a clean organized and safe work area.
• Inspection material handling equipment as directed.                  
• Assist in the loading/unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials at designated sites utilizing appropriate equipment for which you are appropriately trained.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Education / Experience / Background: 

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• 6 to 9 months general labor experience
• Forklift experience preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: 

• Ability to communicate through reading and writing
• Trained in the use of material handling equipment

Required Certification / Licenses / Training: 

• 40-Hour HAZWOPER training preferred

Additional Information :

Benefits: Veolias comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies as well as health dental vision life insurance savings accounts tuition reimbursement paid volunteering and addition employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary other compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time subject to applicable law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time