Internship Empty Container Handler Operator Jobs in Washington

Pay Rate: $23.79 - $35.64

Shift: Monday-Friday, 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Alternating Saturdays: 

• 11:00 am to 7:30 pm

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I. Job Summary
Operates Stabilization Unit by performing the following duties. Successfully moves hazardous material through the facility, and conducts material audits. 
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

• Completes all Stabilization logs, Treatment Certifications, and Transfer logs.
• Decides order of processing of loads.
• Tracks hazardous waste through process.
• Operates heavy equipment as required.
• Computes mix ratios of reagents and adds reagent mixture to hazardous waste for treatment.
• Calculates and reports material used and hazardous waste processed.
• Operates Program Logic Controller system, Miltonic's inputting calculated data from lab ensuring reagents added to proper vats for treatment. The functions of the augurs, air fluffers, potable water, process water, and the selections of reagents are made from this program.
• Monitors reagents mixture, ensuring no variance plus/minus 5%.
• Coordinates activities of Heavy Equipment Operator, Hazardous Waste Material Sampler, and Stabilization Technician during operation of unit.
• Interprets disposal decisions on management of hazardous waste profiles and relays safety precautions to affected employees.
• Reference site-specific procedures and more detailed site-specific job descriptions.
• Performing other duties as assigned.
• Moves hazardous material through the facility with the use of material handling equipment (i.e. forklift, pallet jack, hoist, crane) as required.
• Loads materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
• Uses the computer to dispense and receive information such as part numbers, quantities, locations, comments, etc.
• Conveys materials from storage or work sites to designated area.
• Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers.
• Completes paperwork to properly document work performed.
• Conducts material audits.
• May provide support or direction to less experienced material handlers.

III. Qualifications 
 

• Must have experience in Manufacturing
• 6 months of relevant work experience
• RCRA 
• HAZWOPER (24 Hour)
• DOT & M2Z (Driver Only) 
• Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA)
• Clean Air Act (CAA) 
• Clean Water Act (CWA) 
• Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) 
• Superfund Amendment & Reauthorization Act (SARA) 
• Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)
• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
• Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA) 
• Hazardous Waste Transportation Act (HWTA) 
• Code of Federal Regulation (CFR 40, 29, & 49) 
• Contingency Plan 
• Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasure Plan (SPCC) 
• Security Plan 
• Hazwoper 
• Standard Division Practices (per department) (SDPs) 
• RCRA
• Hazwoper 
• DOT 
• Forklift 
• Pre-Employment Physical and Drug Test 
• Pulmonary Function Test (PFT), Audiogram and Respirator Fit Test annual 
• Physical at Termination 
• Respirators - Full face OV/AG or half face with face shield 
• Full face supplied air in some areas 
• Suit - Appropriate Barrier Suite: Liquid - yellow Tyvek with sleeves, apron, booties Solid - white Tyvek
• Gloves - appropriate to hazards present - PVC over Nitrile or Butyl (Liquid Waste) Leather Work (Solid Waste), Leather/Cloth work (when handling equipment or containers) 
• Overshoes - Vinyl Booties - Waterproof Boots - Chemical Resistant Boots 
• Safety glasses 
• Hard Hats 
• Shoes - Steel Toe

B. Preferred Qualifications 
 

• Complete Physical Biennially

IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Repetitive Motions
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
• Sitting
• Talking
• Hearing

 Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.
This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing-including preemployment screening, postincident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing-in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

Pay: The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $23.79 - $35.64 . This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.
V. Benefits 
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. 

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In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSAapproved alternative.