Hazardous Waste Handler

Environmental Compliance Consultants•Kailua-Kona, HI

2d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Environmental Compliance Consultants Inc. (ECC) is seeking a Lead Hazardous Waste Handler to support the operations of the Hazardous Materials Minimization Center (HMMC) on Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH). This role involves the storage, distribution, and recovery of hazardous materials. ECC is an established environmental services provider with a national presence, offering job security and advancement opportunities. The company values its employees and provides a comprehensive benefits package and invests in professional development.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1 year experience in handling hazardous materials.
1 year experience managing personnel employed in hazardous wase activities or facilities.
Possess or obtain a 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification.
Proficiency in data entry and computer software skills.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana.
Ability to pass a government background check for military base access.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to pass occupational physicals.
Ability to wear a respirator.
Positive attitude, strict attention to detail, and integrity.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job.

Nice To Haves

Government HMMS experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prioritize safety as the utmost priority, always acting in a safe manner.
Stock hazardous material/waste containers in the correct locations and enter data into the Hazardous Material Management System (HMMS).
Inspect hazardous material storage lockers and storage areas.
Issue, receive, deliver, and pick up hazardous materials to and from work centers.
Barcode incoming hazardous materials.
Track incoming household chemical materials and manage the disposal of household chemical waste.
Provide training to base personnel on the management of hazardous materials and lockers.
Manage and verify the hazardous materials Authorized User List (AUL).
Pick up incoming hazardous materials from supply locations.
Maintain and provide safety data sheets (SDS).
Receive and offload incoming hazardous materials from shipping entities.
Input materials receipt documents in HMMS.
Manage, maintain, and extend the shelf-life of materials.
Ensure accuracy and integrity of HMMS.
Receive excess or unwanted hazardous materials into the HMMC.
Conduct inventory assessments of hazardous materials lockers and storage areas.
Operate light vehicles and equipment such as trucks and forklifts.
Clean up spilled materials.
Perform general warehouse operations, labor, and housekeeping duties.
Maintain detailed data entry and record-keeping.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain positive client relations.
Be a supportive and respectful teammate within ECC.
Comply with the company's drug-free policy, including medicinal marijuana.
Accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervision and adapt to changing priorities.