Environmental Technician I - Boston, MA

VetJobs•Port Charlotte, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level, non-supervisory, on-site role supporting the WMSS onsite program in Boston, Massachusetts. The work includes manual labor involving hazardous and non-hazardous waste projects, drum movements within the facility, drum bulking and crushing, and providing additional personnel support as needed. The stated schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The technician handles and packages waste materials in a safe, compliant manner; supports waste reduction and operational efficiency; and follows applicable environmental, safety, quality, and transportation requirements. The role is safety sensitive and requires compliance with safety protocols and use of required personal protective equipment. The listed base pay is $24 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or accredited GED.
No previous experience is required in addition to the education requirement.
Ability to pass a respirator fit test; must be clean-shaven.
Ability to obtain a 40-hour HAZWOPER certification within 30 days of employment; certification is provided by WM.
May be required to complete customer-specific pre-assignment or pre-hire drug and/or alcohol testing, which may include urinalysis, oral swab, hair follicle testing, or alcohol testing.
Must strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the role is designated safety sensitive and may involve pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with regulations and company policies.

Nice To Haves

Prior waste-handling experience.
Chemical segregation knowledge is strongly preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Identify practices that help customers reduce waste volumes, improve operational efficiency, optimize equipment use, and save costs.
Segregate, label, mark, and package waste materials safely and compliantly.
Collect, pour, transfer, consolidate, repackage, and package solid, liquid, and sludge materials.
Perform labor-intensive tasks such as container or drum collection, drum bulking, sorting trash for recyclables, and loading trucks.
Transfer waste into containers of different sizes.
Provide labor support at the 90 Day Hazardous Waste Pad when applicable.
May provide support or direction to less experienced technicians.
Wear required personal protective equipment.
Participate and cooperate in safety processes, including following written procedures and attending required training and scheduled meetings.
Immediately report unsafe conditions, incidents, injuries, or property damage to a supervisor.
Follow Environmental and Quality Management System (ISO 14001/9001) policies, procedures, and operational controls related to job responsibilities.
Maintain compliance with applicable environmental, safety, and transportation regulations, including EPA, OSHA, and DOT requirements.
Support drum movements within the facility, drum crushing, and other duties as assigned.