Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 2 years hazardous materials operations. Other Forklift certification 90 Days required.

Position Purpose:

Under general supervision, the Hazardous Materials Operator II is responsible for, the proper on-site handling, storage, recovery and disposal of hazardous materials/waste, distribution of bulk chemicals, and emergency spill response.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Under direction of Manager, Supervisor, or Hazardous Materials Lead conduct collection and movement of hazardous waste for disposal using provided tools (e.g., carts, forklift, pallet jacks, drum dolly/truck) .
2. Under direction of Manager, Supervisor, or Hazardous Materials Lead conduct delivery of hazardous materials using provided tools (e.g., forklift, pallet jacks, drum dolly/truck) .
3. Under direction of Manager, Supervisor, or Hazardous Materials Lead assist with waste shipments .
4. Communicates with Manager, Supervisor, or Hazardous Materials Lead to identify safety concerns and hazardous material/waste documentation, handling, storage, and disposal requirements .
5. Identify alternative products or processes that would minimize waste streams whenever possible .
6. Assist in maintaining accurate records of treatment processes, materials, quantities and test results .
7. Maintain a current knowledge of Federal, State, and Corporate Hazardous Materials regulations and procedures .
8. Maintain training credentials on internal hazardous waste storage and disposal procedures .

Additional Functions:

1. Perform emergency spill response for all facilities .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. A working knowledge of Federal, State waste regulations.
2. Basic math skills are required.
3. Knowledge of procedures for the handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.