Hazmat Technician / Waste Handling Specialist

Hazmat Technician

We are looking for individuals who want more from their career than loading boxes or repeating the same mundane task over and over again. A position as a Hazmat Technician at Hazmat could be just what you are looking for. A hazmat technician handles the loading, unloading, packing and cleanup of hazardous waste here at our facility in Kansas City and at remote locations across the western US. Projects are local to the offices and occasionally at project sites in remote locations requiring overnight stay.

Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance on hazardous materials cleanup projects throughout our service areas.
• Work under the direction of a Project Manager or Facility Manager.
• Follow health and safety guidelines.
• Work at industrial, commercial, highway and infrastructure locations
• Assist with waste storage, inventory, disposal, labeling and maintenance.
• Prepare hazardous waste containers for transport to disposal facilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• 40 Hour OSHA Hazardous Waste Operator (HAZWOPER) - Training available.
• Ability & willingness to work overtime, weekends and holidays with short notice a plus
• Salary considerations for experience and training

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy objects.
• Work may include inclement weather conditions, confined spaces and/or at heights.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and climb, etc. for extended periods of time.

Locations

Kansas City, MO

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Kansas City, MO 64129 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person