Hazardous Material Tech I

Clean Harbors•Irvine, CA

About The Position

Clean Harbors in Irvine, California is seeking a Household Hazard Waste Technician I to support its CleanPack and Treatment and Disposal business. The role supports household hazardous waste and pesticide collection programs, which collect materials such as paints, solvents, batteries, fluorescent lamps, pesticides, and cleaners. The technician handles and packages waste, assists with site spill response as needed, and helps ensure safe, efficient, and compliant waste operations.

Requirements

Attention to detail.
Ability to take and follow direction and perform multiple tasks.
Ability to interface with customers.
Ability to perform physical functions required by the job.
Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, as required by the position.

Nice To Haves

Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Make health and safety the top priority by complying with safe work practices, policies, and processes.
Package waste properly to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance.
Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
Participate in spill response at customer sites as needed.
Attend compliance and safety update meetings.
Inspect drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance.
Operate a forklift safely.
Load and unload waste-hauling vehicles safely.
Conduct waste-stream sampling and profiling as necessary.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal compliance regulations and rules.
Operate vehicles safely in accordance with U.S. DOT and applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
Follow corporate operating guidelines and procedures.
Follow company environmental health and safety operating guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.