What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hazardous Waste Technician position at Ampcus, Inc?
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.
Job Title: Hazardous Waste Technician
Location(s): Newark, DE
Job Description
In this role, the Hazardous Waste Technician will be responsible for the safe handling, consolidation, packaging, labeling, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as established company requirements. This position supports environmental compliance initiatives and helps maintain a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Collect, identify, segregate, and manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams.
- Perform waste container inspections and ensure proper labeling and storage requirements are met.
- Transport hazardous waste to designated accumulation areas.
- Properly consolidate and dispose of hazardous waste.
- Maintain waste accumulation areas in compliance with environmental regulations and established procedures.
- Coordinate waste pickups and communicate with approved waste disposal vendors.
- Maintain accurate records of waste materials and disposal activities.
- Assist with spill response, emergency preparedness activities, and corrective actions.
- Follow all safety requirements, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs and initiatives.
- Participate in required training and maintain applicable certifications.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, and reach throughout the workday.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions.
- Ability to successfully complete required medical evaluations, respirator training, and respirator fit testing, and maintain respirator qualification.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver's license.
Ampcus is 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, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.