InSite Waste Technician

Job summary

The technician is responsible for the safe packaging, consolidation, and handling of hazardous waste at customer sites. They must also operate forklifts, conduct waste stream sampling, and ensure full compliance with safety policies and regulations.

Job details

Clean Harbors in Courtenay, BC is looking for an InSite Hazardous Waste Technician to support the HHW Programs at the Cambell River and Cumberland Waste Management Centers. The successful candidate will be responsible for the performance of tasks associated with packaging and consolidating waste, forklift operation and handling of hazardous materials on the customer sites. Why work for Clean Harbors? * Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5! * Competitive hourly wages: $32-$34/hr. based on experience. * Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment. * Group RRSP with company matching component. * Ability to participate in the company Employee Stock Purchase Plan. * Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career. * Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement. * Positive and safe work environments. RESPONSIBILITIES * Working as an on-site waste technician for two client sites. * Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times. * Responsible for proper packaging of waste to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance. * Inspect drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance. * Operate forklift in a safe manner. * Collect, identify, segregate, and pack HHW items from both customer sites. * Responsible for the safe loading and unloading of waste hauling vehicles. * Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling as necessary. * Use Class 5 (minimum) License to operate units safely. * May be assigned additional duties not listed above based on business needs. QUALIFICATIONS * Valid Class 5 license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation. CDL is a strong asset. * Experience with environmental services/household hazardous waste strongly preferred * Experience in labor-intensive roles and working outdoors in all weather conditions * Forklift certification preferred * Safety certifications such as TDG, WHMIS, and First Aid preferred * Strong ability to work independently with minimal supervision * Comfortable using Windows-based applications and learning new systems. * Strong customer service and communication skills. Wondering what to expect in starting your career with Clean Harbors? Click Here [https://player.vimeo.com/external/150727613.sd.mp4?s=5f2995ba1573f50a62505823b56576be578b2cf4&profile_id=112] to view a Day in the Life Video! 40-years of sustainability in action. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us. Join our safety focused team today! To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careersca.cleanharbors.com/ [https://careersca.cleanharbors.com/] Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company. *CH #CH #LI-LB

What you’ll do

The technician is responsible for the safe packaging, consolidation, and handling of hazardous waste at customer sites. They must also operate forklifts, conduct waste stream sampling, and ensure full compliance with safety policies and regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license and have experience in labor-intensive roles, preferably in environmental services. Proficiency in safety protocols like TDG and WHMIS, along with forklift certification, is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Health benefits • Group RRSP • Company matching • Employee stock purchase plan • Paid time off • Company paid training • Tuition reimbursement

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• Packaging · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Waste management
• Hazardous materials handling
• Forklift operation
• Packaging
• Waste stream sampling
• Regulatory compliance
• Safety compliance
• Customer service
• Communication skills
• Windows-based applications
• TDG
• WHMIS
• First aid
• Good Driving Record
• Time Off Management
• Forklift Certification
• First Aid
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Regulatory Compliance
• Packaging And Labeling
• Forklift Truck
• Innovation
• Waste Management
• Loading And Unloading
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Logistics
• Trades
• Security & Safety
• Manufacturing
• Insite Technician
• Waste / Recycling Worker
• Garbage and Recycling Collectors
• Recycling and Reclamation Workers
• Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand