The Hazardous Waste Technician will have responsibility for the performance of tasks associated with the collection and safe/compliant handling of hazardous waste materials generated by our GFTX facility. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, self-driven and works well with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate must also take pride in their analytical abilities, operational mindset, organization skills and attention to detail. They appreciate a setting where superior work is encouraged, recognized, and rewarded.
- Perform collection and consolidation of hazardous waste containers generated by commissioning/manufacturing processes. Conduct 90-day Central Accumulation Area inspections and reporting. Respond to ad hoc requests for hazardous waste pick up. Provide emergency spill response and cleanup. Ensure all spills are properly logged in a timely manner
- Perform decontamination and equipment cleaning. Perform breakdown and processing of waste streams such as filters and universal wastes
- Ensure proper packaging of hazardous waste to maintain compliance. Ensure hazardous waste containers are properly labeled
- Sort and segregate hazardous wastes as appropriate. Prepare loads for hazardous waste disposal
- Conduct manifesting and pre-load preparation. Ensure hazardous waste containers are disposed of within the allotted time
- Provide on-call coverage due to time off, training, weekend work, etc. Ensure compliance with all Tesla requirements for managing hazardous waste
- Load or unload materials into containers or onto trucks utilizing material handling equipment. Continually identify and investigate opportunities for waste minimization and cost savings. Collaborate with third-party waste vendors providing site service
- Perform collection of hazardous waste containers from commissioning/manufacturing processes, as required
- 3+ years of experience in high tech industry or similar manufacturing operations environment
- HAZWOPER, DOT, RCRA generator training
- Valid driver's license required and able to operate assigned fleet
- Ability to operate mobile equipment such as forklifts, tuggers and carts
- Ability to lift and carry items exceeding 20 pounds and includes regular stair climbing to reach elevated work platforms
- Proficient in Outlook, Word, and Excel
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program