Hazardous Material Technician

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Valley, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for executing, maintaining, and supporting the Valley site environmental, health, and safety department with an emphasis on handling, identification, storage, shipment and recordkeeping of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials. Ensuring the Hazardous Waste Yard is in compliance with all State and Federal environmental safety regulations and standards. The incumbent in this role is responsible for understanding and knowing all of the different materials being stored and sent offsite in addition to maintaining accuracy and signing manifests. The Hazardous Material Technician is also responsible for evaluations, inspections, sampling, investigations, performing waste identification and classification, audits, and inspections, all while maintaining accurate inventory of the various waste streams within the Hazardous Waste Yard.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited college with a coursework in chemistry, environmental science or biological sciences; or, equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Certified in or the ability to obtain certification within 180 days: 24 hour Hazardous Materials Technician Level Training (29 CFR 1910.120)
• Hazardous Waste Management Training (40 CFR 262.34 (a) (4))
• DOT Hazardous Waste Management Training (49 CFR 172 Sub part H)
• RCRA Part B Post-Closure Training (40 CFR 265.16)
• Forklift certification and demonstration of proper and safe operation
• Within 12 months of employment: Haz Woper Training
• Strong analytical problem solving, planning, communication, and follow-through skills.
• Proven initiative to resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.
• Skill Knowledge of fundamental mathematics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Solid ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Work with independent judgement and with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Work with internal and external customers to facilitate proper management and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste under the direction of the Environmental Manager.
• Respond to and assist with cleanup of spills onsite.
• Load or unload materials into containers or on to trucks.
• Identify, characterize, sort and pack hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials for transport and proper disposal.
• Review and sign DOT hazardous material shipping manifests.
• Enter data into Valmont waste tracking software.
• Operate machines or equipment to remove, package, store or transport waste materials.
• Operate fork trucks.
• Drive motor vehicles.
• Clean contaminated equipment or areas for reuse.
• Perform monthly safety inspections and weekly satellite waste accumulation area inspections.
• Comply with prescribed safety procedures and/or laws regulating waste disposal.
• Stay up-to-date technically and apply new knowledge to the job as appropriate.
• Display regular and prompt attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree