Hazardous Waste Technician

Sarasota County Government•Bee Ridge, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Sarasota County's Hazardous Waste team and play a vital role in safely receiving, sorting, packaging, and managing hazardous and regulated waste collected through County programs. Your work helps protect our community, preserve our natural resources, and provide residents with a safe alternative to hazardous waste disposal. Apply today and help keep Sarasota County clean, safe, and beautiful!

Requirements

A High School Diploma or its equivalent
Must pass OSHA 40-Hour Hazwoper and DOT HM 181/126 certifications within six (6) months from the time of hire
The ability to obtain a Florida Class "C" CDL driver's license with Hazmat Endorsement within twelve (12) months from the time of hire
A valid Florida Driver’s License at the time of hire

Responsibilities

Greet customers, verify disposal receipts, and direct customers to the Chemical Collection Centers
Perform preliminary chemical analysis on unknown materials
Lab Packs and consolidates hazardous materials and wastes into drums for transportation and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements and established contractor guidelines
Prepare container inventory sheets and track materials in spreadsheets
Load, deliver, and off-load containers of waste at approved disposal facilities
Perform scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance on all collection facilities and surrounding areas
Use, maintain, and calibrate environmental monitoring instruments such as gas detectors and organic vapor analyzers
Pick up and transport waste to the main collection facility for processing