Hazardous Waste Technician - Grayslake, IL

Medline Industries, LP • Grayslake, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the safe handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role not only involves hands-on activities but also requires a comprehensive understanding of waste management regulations, safety protocols, and environmental impact mitigation. Additionally, this position will develop and lead waste minimization efforts individualized to the site.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of experience in hazardous waste management
• 1-3 years of experience educating others on complex and unfamiliar topics
• 1-3 years compliance experience with a focus on RCRA and DOT regulations as they pertain to hazardous waste
• Experience leading and coordinating hazardous waste area
• Assist in response and action plans to state and federal interventions as needed
• Conflict management and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Capable of performing extensive amounts research and hazardous waste regulations at the state and local level
• Ability to effectively speak before groups of team members and customers of Medline
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong aptitude for web based software

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, or related field or equivalent experience.
• RCRA and DOT certified
• OSHA 10 hour

Responsibilities

• Identify, non-hazardous, hazardous, and universal waste.
• Sort and pack waste in proper containers in compliance with DOT, EPA, RCRA, and local state regulations.
• Prepare all waste items for shipment prior to pickup.
• Record keeping – Maintain accurate records of waste generation, storage, and disposal activities.
• Utilize given waste software to log and categorize all waste containers onsite.
• Compliance – Conduct weekly inspections of the hazardous waste storage area.
• Support environmental audits and any regulatory inspections.
• Assist with additional environmental requirements as needed.
• Chemical response – Assist in chemical spill cleanup onsite and/or hazardous material incidents.
• Adhere to all safety and environmental regulations.
• Provide support and guidance to smaller sites on waste related issues.
• Assist with waste diversion efforts with QC/IC teams as able.

Benefits

• health insurance
• life and disability
• 401(k) contributions
• paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Service Corp

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED