Waste Disposal Technician- Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater West, Pomona, CA
About The Position
Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate. Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies. With over 50 laboratories and more than 40 service centers nationwide, Eurofins Environment Testing provides full-service environmental analysis across all 50 states. Our network supports public and private clients—including DoD, DOE, and municipalities—through robust logistics and continuous investment in people, technology, and infrastructure. We offer comprehensive testing for air, water, soil, sediment, tissue, and waste, covering a wide range of analytes including PFAS, metals, VOCs/SVOCs, dioxins/furans, radiochemicals, and more. The Waste Disposal Technician is responsible for the proper disposal of spent chemicals, process waste, and unused laboratory samples used in the laboratory according to corporate, federal, state and local guidelines. Responsible for safely transporting process waste and unused samples within the laboratory environment. Properly packages hazardous waste for transport per DOT, RCRA, and TSCA guidelines. Cleans and washes all glassware used by laboratory personnel. Maintains inventory and inspects for damage.
Requirements
- Associates degree in Environmental Studies or science-related
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in environmental industry
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
- Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
- RCRA environmental laws
- TSCA environmental laws
- Sewer discharge requirements
- DOT shipping requirements
- State and local regulations
- Computer skills
- Good communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Ability to work in a chemical environment
Responsibilities
- Responsible for identification of waste streams and maintaining satellite accumulation points for laboratory waste products.
- Packages expired chemicals for shipment or disposal.
- Empties satellite containers into bulk containers and takes back to laboratory for reuse.
- Maintains chemical storage area to keep it clutter-free and free of fire hazards.
- Ships hazardous waste from the laboratory prior to the environmental laws time limit for the facility.
- Tracks volume of waste generated for reporting to corporate and Environmental Protection Agency.
- Prepares and tracks implementation of Waste Minimization Plan.
- Orders and maintains chemical inventory for the laboratory.
- Wash all glassware by hand including beakers, flasks, tubes, and cylinders.
- Perform routine inspections of glass for cracks and breaks.
- Remove damaged glass in order to be repaired.
- Provides assistance to other departments/areas as needed.
Benefits
- excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
