Hazmat Waste Technician

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

This position works with Transfer team at the HRF and is responsible for the processing of OBSM materials, and hazardous waste materials from roll off boxes. Once the material has been dumped into the process pit it is then transferred with an excavator and a auger to a vessel container for disposal. This position also assists with twin-spinning vacuum boxes, and the final cleaning of boxes once the material has been removed and processed.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, procedures and acting in a safe manner at all times.
• Performs all job-related functions in a Safe, Honest, Ethical and Compliant fashion. Maintains a “Safety First” approach to all tasks and understands that operating safely is the most important thing we do.
• Works in potentially hazardous atmospheres and locations where exposure to hazardous substances may be encountered to include petroleum hydrocarbons, benzene and hydrogen sulfide.
• Operates small equipment to include air monitoring equipment, hydraulic power packs, air compressors, pumps, Reworld blending equipment, generators, pressure washers, etc.
• Works with EH&S, HR and Training Departments to ensure that their training and drug screens are current.
• Completes required paperwork to include timecards, Safe Work Permits, Inspection Forms, JSA’s and Safety Audits.
• Is a team player that leads by example.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by Reworld management as required by the business.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, GED is preferred.
• Demonstrates a strong mechanical ability.
• Clean driving record and valid state issued Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug & alcohol screens, Haz-whopper 40-Hour Training, Confined Space Entry training, basic safety reciprocal, and various site specific training courses.
• Has the ability to wear and properly use a variety of Levels A, B, and C & D Personal Protective Equipment including face, hand, foot and eye protection as well as respiratory protection equipment.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments for extended periods of time.
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail
• Is available for “On Call” duty when emergencies or special situations arise.

TRAINING

• Complete OSHA 8 hour
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER certified
• PPE Training
• Hazard Communication
• SWPPP training
• Spill Prevention Plan training
• Other training as necessary for the tasks at hand

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to work for periods up to 12 hrs in varying outside climates
• Engages in strenuous physical labor to include lifting, pulling heavy objects; standing for long periods of time; climbing and working from ladders and scaffolds.
• Have the ability to work from heights, of 10’ or more wearing the appropriate fall protection.

• Requires standing, walking, carrying, stooping, crouching, sitting, grasping and reaching
• May require lifting, pulling and/or pushing up to 50 lbs
• Able to pass Haz Whopper physical

What Reworld Offers You:

• Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment
• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
• 401k - match up to 7%
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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