Lab Technician - Hazardous Waste Landfill

Pay Range: $19.39-29.31

Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-5:30pm, (10/hr shifts, w/rotating Monday, Wednesday or Friday as day off)

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I. Job Summary

Performs data entry, initiates inventory control tasks, maintains employee time records, generates reports, and maintains process files for the Laboratory.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receives waste samples, generates Waste Analysis Report (WAR), assigns and maintains sample tracking and data entry for Laboratory.
• Contacts truck driver to pick up paperwork when analytical testing is completed and disposal paperwork is approved, when required.
• Generates numerous reports, establishes and maintains section files, logs and records.
• Processes time cards and maintains attendance records.
• Make and file approval folders.
• Assist Approvals personnel in updating profiles in AS-400 System.
• Responsible for inventory control function including researching potential products and vendors, preparing bid packages, initiating requisitions, and ordering supplies, equipment, PPE, chemicals, furniture, printing, etc.
• Assists Technicians and Chemist with laboratory procedures, by performing Tech I level parameters.
• Maintains housekeeping in work area.
• Reference site-specific procedures and more detailed site-specific job descriptions.
• Performing other duties as assigned.
• Works independently, receiving a minimum amount of supervision and guidance on established laboratory procedures. Uses judgment when reviewing paperwork for completeness and accuracy. Must have a working knowledge of department practices and procedures, laboratory and sampling protocol, chemical terminology, and manifesting. Uses data base and spreadsheet computer applications.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year experience in the waste disposal business with emphasis on waste code utilization.
• RCRA Upon Hire and
• DOT & M2Z (Driver Only) Upon Hire and
• Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) Upon Hire and
• Clean Air Act (CAA) Upon Hire and
• Clean Water Act (CWA) Upon Hire and
• Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) Upon Hire and
• Superfund Amendment & Reauthorization Act (SARA) Upon Hire and
• Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) Upon Hire and
• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Upon Hire and
• Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA) Upon Hire and
• Hazardous Waste Transportation Act (HWTA) Upon Hire and
• Code of Federal Regulation (CFR 40, 29, & 49) Upon Hire and
• Contingency Plan Upon Hire and
• Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasure Plan (SPCC) Upon Hire and
• Security Plan Upon Hire and
• Standard Division Practices (per department) (SDP's) Upon Hire and
• RCRA Upon Hire and
• Hazwoper Upon Hire and
• DOT Upon Hire and
• Forklift Upon Hire and
• Pre Employment Physical and Drug Test Upon Hire and
• Complete Physical Biennially Upon Hire and
• Pulmonary Function Test (PFT), Audiogram and Respirator Fit Test annual Upon Hire and
• Physical at Termination Upon Hire

B. Preferred Qualifications

• High school chemistry or equivalent laboratory experience

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.

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 pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing-in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

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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ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America''s leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks - the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company's sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

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