Environmental Technician

APTIM • Sacramento, CA

6d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

APTIM has openings in the Sacramento, CA area for three Waste Audit Technicians
to work in a team to perform solid waste composition assessments of client waste
containers ranging in size from 3 cubic yards to 40 cubic yards. These
assessments are typically 1-2 days in duration with typical team sizes ranging
from 2 to 5 depending on the size of the assessment.

Work activities will include sorting through solid waste using hand tools to
segregate waste items by type for the purpose of assessing various types of
waste including plastics, paper, cardboard, glass, food waste and regulated
materials. Assisting with the separation of the waste, weighing and inventorying
items for the purpose of data analysis and reporting.

Work requires the ability to bend and lift 30 pounds or less, willingness to
work in Tyvek safety suits, wear required safety equipment, and ability to work
on your feet for up to 8 hours.

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work well in a team, positive attitude and willingness to travel

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the Hazardous Waste/Solid Waste Field
• 40-hour Hazwoper trained

Responsibilities

• Sort solid waste into material categories including plastics, paper, cardboard, food waste, regulated waste, etc.
• Use hand tools to sort waste and ability to lift and move items 30 pounds or less.
• Willingness to travel with the team to transfer stations, landfills, and client sites. Travel could be required anywhere in the continental US but primary focus would be in the Midwest.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED