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The Environmental Technician II at Veolia in Providence, RI will manage inbound waste streams, operate equipment such as forklifts and loaders, collect samples, complete required paperwork, and ensure safe handling of hazardous materials while adhering to treatment protocols and company procedures.
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Veolia has acquired Clean Earth. As Clean Earth completes its integration into Veolia, recruiting and hiring for this role is being managed in partnership with the Clean Earth talent acquisition team.
Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
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:
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Complete required paperwork in accordance with our practices and procedures
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Collecting samples of inbound waste for compatibility
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Unload bulk liquid trucks to proper tank
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Resolve and report issues with inbound loads
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Operate hi-lo and end loaders in a safe manner
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Have knowledge of our waste streams and their treatment protocol.
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Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned by management.
Basic Requirements:
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2+ years of prior experience working with hazardous materials
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High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required
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Ability to operate equipment, including a forklift and pallet jack
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Visual acuity to read labels and documentation; depth perception to safely drive forklifts
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Ability to hear vehicle warning chimes and alarms
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Ability to work outdoors in all climate conditions and indoors in non-climate-controlled conditions
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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:
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Experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment
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Basic computer skills to complete web-based training
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Ability to understand and respond to written and verbal English
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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.
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Ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers.
1st shift and $20-$22 per hour DOE
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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