Facility Technician I (Entry-Level)

US ECOLOGY BURLINGTON, INC.•Williston, VT

2d•$19 - $26

About The Position

Facility Technician I typically works in an outside warehouse environment, handling hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials. The role includes loading and unloading materials, sampling container contents, consolidating drum contents for processing, and operating a forklift under company safety standards. Forklift training is provided by the company; a forklift license is not required. The position is second shift, Monday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It usually includes 2–5 hours of overtime weekly. The listed pay range is $18.90–$26.02, with the actual range dependent on the hiring locality. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

Ability to pass 40-hour HAZWOPER training upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Ability to use heavy and light equipment, such as a forklift and pallet jack.
Skill using hand and shop tools and instruments.
Accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize, stay focused, and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.
Basic knowledge of hazard classes and waste codes.
Ability to follow company policies and rules and promote company safety standards.
A valid driver’s license may be required for some positions.

Responsibilities

Load and unload drums, totes, and containers of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials from trucks.
Sample the contents of drums, totes, and containers.
Consolidate drum contents into larger containers for processing.
Operate a forklift according to company safety standards.