Environmental Technician

Veolia•Austin, TX

13h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at a Semiconductor Manufacturing Facility. Work is performed in industrial settings including: assembly plants, metal fabrication plants, refineries, and power train plants. The role involves collecting, sorting, and transporting disposables and recyclables such as trash, hazardous waste, scrap metal, and other waste streams throughout a facility to designated containers and locations.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Able to read and understand instructions in English.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Successfully complete drug screen and pre-employment physical, safety sensitive background check.
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.

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 including 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.