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Environmental Technician II

Enviri (Harsco)

Tacoma, WAFull-time$26/hrPosted 1w agoVerified open 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$26/hr
Location
Tacoma, WA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Enviri (Harsco) is hiring an Environmental Technician II. The Environmental Technician II is tasked with understanding the location and treatment of inbound waste streams and processing waste using onsite equipment such as pit mixers, drum pumps, and hi‑lo or wheel loaders. The role also requires completing required paperwork in line with company practices and procedures.

Key focus areas include Complete required paperwork in accordance with our practices and procedures, Collect samples of inbound waste for compatibility, and Unload bulk liquid trucks to proper tank.

Important skills include Forklift, Pallet Jack, Hi-Lo Loader, Wheel Loader, End Loader, and Safety Glasses. Preferred (not required): Basic Computer Skills and Professional Customer Interaction.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ForkliftPallet JackHi-Lo LoaderWheel LoaderEnd LoaderSafety GlassesHard HatSteel-Toed ShoesGlovesTyvek CoverallsRespiratorBasic Computer SkillsProfessional Customer Interaction

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDHazardous Materials ExperienceWarehouse or Manufacturing ExperienceVisual Acuity for LabelsAbility to Hear AlarmsAbility to Work OutdoorsAbility to Work IndoorsAbility to Attend Scheduled HoursWillingness to Work Nights WeekendsEnglish Language ProficiencyProfessional Customer Interaction

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Environmental Technician II will be responsible for knowing the location and treatment for inbound waste streams. Environmental Technician II will be able to treat and process waste with onsite equipment. This includes pit mixing, drum pumping, drum dumping, and basic hi-lo and wheel loader skills. Technician must be able to complete required paperwork in accordance with our practices and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Complete required paperwork in accordance with our practices and procedures

  • Collecting samples of inbound waste for compatibility

  • Unload bulk liquid trucks to proper tank

  • Resolve and report issues with inbound loads

  • Operate hi-lo and end loaders in a safe manner

  • Have knowledge of our waste streams and their treatment protocol.

  • Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned by management.

Starting rate of pay $26.00

Basic Requirements: 

  • 2+ years of prior experience working with hazardous materials

  • High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required

  • Ability to operate equipment, including a forklift and pallet jack

  • Visual acuity to read labels and documentation; depth perception to safely drive forklifts

  • Ability to hear vehicle warning chimes and alarms

  • Ability to work outdoors in all climate conditions and indoors in non-climate-controlled conditions

  • Willingness and ability to wear company-issued personal protection equipment including safety glasses, hard had, steel toed shoes, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator.  Preferred Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment

  • Basic computer skills to complete web-based training

  • Ability to understand and respond to written and verbal English

  • Ability to predictably and regularly attend work during scheduled hours.  Must be willing and able to occasionally work nights, weekends and variable schedule(s) as necessary.

  • Ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers. Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, commencing no later than January 1, 2027, benefits package will include participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law

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