Waste Technician

SBM Offshore•Wilmington, NC

4d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Waste Technician collects general Municipal Solid Waste (trash, recycling, medical and hazardous waste) generated at client facility and categorizes it by material type. This role involves the collection, hauling, storing, and processing of pre-sorted waste, as well as the disposal of post-sorted waste into dumpsters, compactors, bailors, or trailers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
1-2 years of recycling or solid waste experience in a company environment or equivalent combination of training and experiences.
Motor Vehicle Report.
May be required to be vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination records upon employment: Influenza, DTap (Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis), Meningitis, Meningitis B, Polio, Rabies, Yellow Fever.
May be required to possess a valid driver’s license.
Complete all safety and task training certification.
May be required to become forklift certified.
May be required to have hazardous waste handler training per RCRA.
Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, and willingness to share with team.
Knowledge of the upkeep and care of cleaning equipment.
Knowledge of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

CPR/AED/First Aid Certification a plus.
Bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

Collect trash, recycle, medical and/or hazardous waste.
Collect, consolidate, and/or sort materials into assigned categories efficiently and accurately.
Inspect materials and sort items or materials according to type, size, condition, coloring, marking, or other characteristics.
Weigh materials and containers and keep records of the total amount of waste collected.
Maintain work areas during the shift in a clean and orderly manner, including sweeping and picking up trash around dumpsters, utility courtyards, docks, and fence lines.
Collect, haul, and process pre-sorted waste and dispose of post-sorted waste into dumpsters or compactors.
Establish secondary jobs to ensure continuous productivity.
Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Stop at-risk behavior of others and self.
Perform work assignments in a team with other employees.
Perform repetitive tasks.
Follow all company procedures, policies, and rules.
Ensure up-to-date knowledge of all site-required trainings.
Take direction and respond to supervision.
Communicate with lead, supervisor, co-workers, managers, and customers in a professional manner.
Use proper personal protective equipment.
Present a professional appearance and conduct.
Understand customer service and satisfaction.
Perform other duties as assigned.