Material Handler

Hours are 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The shifts follow a two-week rotation:

Week 1 involves working Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday, with Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday off. Week 2 involves working Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, with Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday off.

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: 

• Work as directed by supervisors, leads, trainers or mentors.
• Recognize various container size & type.
• Recognize labels & markings.
• Understand and follow procedures & processes.
• Load and unload various size containers (totes, drums, tankers, trailers. etc.) using mechanical or manual means.
• Use a variety of tools such as impact wrenches, shovels, jackhammers, etc.
• Transport hazardous materials from storage locations 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.
• Inspect material handling equipment as required.
• 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.