Hazardous Materials Technician II/III (73198)

BOULDER SCIENTIFIC COMPANY LLC•Mead, CO

6d•$25 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Hazardous Materials Technician II/III (Environmental Technician II/III) handles hazardous waste and completes procedures for waste characterization, processing and disposal, and ensures all operations comply with regulatory requirements. The position encompasses a variety of duties. In addition to handling waste materials, the Hazardous Materials Technician II/III (Environmental Technician II/III) may perform warehouse, maintenance, and cleanup activities needed to facilitate general operations and regulatory compliance. Level will be commensurate with experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
At least six months of Chemical Operator related experience and /or training
Experience with proper handling of hazardous materials/waste
Experience keeping computerized records and databases updated per company or legal requirements
Basic computer experience (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience working within the regulatory requirements of RCRA and DOT or other regulated environment

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience a plus (Certification preferred)

Responsibilities

Transfers waste water, waste solvents, and other wastes between tanks, drums, and shipping containers using pumps, pressure and other equipment
Labels hazardous waste containers as appropriate to maintain compliance with labeling regulations and times
Learns/knows plant processes sufficiently to effectively characterize and manage process wastes
Maintains the hazardous waste accumulation area(s) in a clean and orderly condition
Performs yard and building cleanup as needed
Performs shipping and receiving activities as needed
Assists Manager, Environmental in record keeping and hazardous waste management
Assists in preparation of required reports for EPA and CDPHE
Uses company databases to create and maintain waste records and documents
Performs inspections as required by BSC and regulations to maintain compliance
Assists with or performs sampling to facilitate regulatory compliance and knowledge of materials
Attends classes as designated by Environmental Department to facilitate above knowledge and to maintain required updates
Handles drums, buckets, and other containers of hazardous and non-hazardous materials as products or waste
Combines partial drums to ensure all waste drums 90% full for shipping
Physically handles (scoops, shovels, buckets) wastes as needed
Repackages wastes for shipment to drum disposal facilities
Cleans drums for shipment to drum disposal facilities
Maintains the pit and sump areas; ensures areas are clean and equipment is in good working condition
Receives initial and annual training in RCRA; oversees the handling and disposal of hazardous wastes in accordance with RCRA, state and local regulations