Waste Disposal Technician- Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater West, Pomona, CA

Eurofins•Pomona, CA

11d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

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
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in environmental industry preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Identification of waste streams and maintaining satellite accumulation points for laboratory waste products.
Packaging expired chemicals for shipment or disposal.
Emptying satellite containers into bulk containers and taking back to laboratory for reuse.
Maintaining chemical storage area to keep it clutter-free and free of fire hazards.
Shipping hazardous waste from the laboratory prior to the environmental laws time limit for the facility.
Tracking volume of waste generated for reporting to corporate and Environmental Protection Agency.
Preparing and tracking implementation of Waste Minimization Plan.
Ordering and maintaining chemical inventory for the laboratory.
Washing all glassware by hand including beakers, flasks, tubes, and cylinders.
Performing routine inspections of glass for cracks and breaks.
Removing damaged glass in order to be repaired.
Providing assistance to other departments/areas as needed.