Environmental Technician

Veolia Environnement SA • Taylor, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at a Semiconductor Manufacturing Facility Position Purpose: Work is performed in industrial settings including: assembly plants, metal fabrication plants, refineries, and power train plants. Collect, sort and transport disposables and recyclables including: trash, hazardous waste, scrap metal and other waste streams throughout a facility to designated container and location.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Able to read and understand instructions in English
• Push/pull and frequently lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate small hand tools, pick up and sort small parts.
• Lift, carry, push or pull equipment of various size, shape, and weight.
• Able to sit periodically and for extended periods of time, climb ladders/stairs, reach below knees and above shoulders, kneel and crawl to access work areas.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and stooping, able to reach forward and grasp equipment
• Ability to balance and walk on wet and slick surfaces, metal grates, narrow platforms, and uneven surfaces.
• Work in loud, cold, hot, wet and dry environments.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Successfully complete drug screen and pre-employment physical, safety sensitive background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating a forklift or similar equipment desired

Responsibilities

• Perform job duties in a safe manner compliant with policies, procedures and practices.
• Maintain a safe, neat and clean work environment this includes: work area, equipment, locker rooms, break rooms, and office areas.
• Model professional behavior at all times; report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to work.
• Collect trash, recyclables and hazardous waste from various locations throughout the facility.
• Breakdown scrap parts for repair or recycling
• Transport waste/recyclables to disposal container and/or storage location.
• Load semi-trailers and roll-off boxes for shipment to landfill or recycling center.
• Maintain storage areas, and drum pads in accordance to regulations.
• Document and inform the manager or designated person of any contamination in recycling containers.
• Complete reports and documentation correctly and submit timely as directed.
• Participate in meetings to access the work environment for safety and effectiveness.
• Operate equipment safely and compliant with policies including: fork-trucks, tuggers, and transport carts.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) and safety checks on mobile equipment before and after operating; report any defects appropriately and timely.
• Demonstrate a commitment to learning and development; stay current of safe work practices, policies and regulations.
• Work effectively in a team environment and provide support and assistance to others.
• Commitment to promoting and creating a safety culture and positive work environment.
• Perform other job duties as requested to support the business operations.

Benefits

• Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more.
• In 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees