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viva

Hazardous Waste Technician

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Newark, DE (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/9/2026

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What they do

A Hazardous Materials Worker assists with removing or storing hazardous materials from buildings or industrial or accident sites. Removes asbestos or lead from houses, or assists with moving and storing radioactive materials, or assists with clean up at a chemical spill.

$46,266 / year median in Delaware

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Hazardous Waste Technician In this crucial role, you will be responsible for the safe handling, consolidation, packaging, labeling, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste in accordance with applicable federal, state, local, and company requirements. This position supports environmental compliance initiatives and helps ensure a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Collect, identify, segregate, and manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams. Perform waste container inspections and maintain proper labeling and storage requirements. Transport hazardous waste to designated accumulation areas Properly consolidate and dispose of hazardous waste Maintain waste accumulation areas and ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company procedures. Coordinate waste pickups and support interactions with approved waste disposal vendors. Maintain accurate records of waste disposal materials Assist with spill response, emergency preparedness activities, and corrective actions. Follow all safety requirements, including 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:

Able to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds Able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, and reach throughout the workday. Able to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions. Able to successfully complete required medical evaluations, respirator training, and respirator fit testing and maintain qualification Strong Problem Solving Skills Valid driver's license

Notes:

07:00AM-3:30PM VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status