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Tesla Motors, Inc.
Hazardous Waste Technician
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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.
$42,154 / year median in Texas
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Hazardous Waste Technician Tesla Motors, Inc. paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Texas, Austin Jun 24, 2026
What to Expect 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. What You'll Do
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 What You'll Bring
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