Material Handler

Crystal Clean•Sparks, NV

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Patriot Environmental Services is hiring Material Handlers for a special project at the Gigafactory in Reno, Nevada. The role supports environmental, industrial, emergency-response, and remediation work, including cleanup of chemical and water spills, hazardous and non-hazardous waste, toxic materials, and equipment decontamination. The company provides training for people who are new to the role. The position requires night work and may involve long hours and overtime across day, night, or weekend shifts. Workers may also be placed on uncontrolled standby and answer 24/7 emergency-response calls. Work is labor-intensive and takes place in all weather conditions, at any hour, and may involve confined spaces or heights. Required protective equipment may include Tyvek suits and respirators.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license.
40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
Strong attention to detail and meticulousness.
Safety-conscious approach.
Patience.
Flexibility in response to fast-paced changes.
Ability to work nights.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening, consistent with applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Experience in the environmental services industry.
Hazardous-waste control experience.
Confined Space Entry certification.

Responsibilities

Make health and safety the top priority by following safe work practices, policies, and processes.
Perform emergency-response cleanup, including cleanup of chemical and water spills, hazardous and non-hazardous waste, toxic materials, and equipment decontamination.
Sweep, dig, shovel, lift, pressure wash, and handle drums to assist with cleanup.
Operate equipment used in hazardous-waste activities.
Follow policies and procedures for controlling and storing hazardous substances.
Attend required safety training.
Comply with the Random Drug Testing Program.
Perform housekeeping and custodial duties.
Assist with facility maintenance, including unloading trucks and other ancillary duties.
Answer 24/7 emergency-response calls when on uncontrolled standby.
Perform other reasonable duties or activities as assigned.