What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab technician bonus position at Covanta?
Who we are
For more than 40 years, Covanta has been at the forefront of sustainable materials management, providing companies and communities world-class waste and resource solutions.
Through our diverse and scalable full-service capabilities, we're leading the charge to a carbon-negative future-reducing, reusing, recycling and reimagining waste for the benefit of both people and planet.
Our differentiator comes from our vast ecosystem of technology, facilities, and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to solve their most pressing environmental challenges, and achieve their most ambitious environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.
All that we're missing is you. Join us today!!
Our values
Diversity, inclusivity, engagement-these are the values that help us foster a strong sense of community within Covanta. By embracing the unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our employees, we cultivate an environment that embraces teamwork, encourages open dialogue, and provides opportunities for growth.
About the role
$ SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE $
This job offers an exciting growth opportunity with a very competitive Total Rewards package that includes :
- A Competitive Base Salary
- Great benefits include PTO, health insurance from Day 1, up to 7% company contribution for Retirement Savings Plan and 401K match
Company Description :
Our mission is to provide sustainable waste and energy solutions to ensure no waste is ever wasted. At Covanta we believe the materials discarded every day should be utilized to their fullest potential to preserve the world's valuable resources and generate clean energy for our client communities and the world we live in.
CES offers our valued team members :
- Rewarding careers with competitive pay
- No cost Basic Life and Basic AD&D Insurance, as well as supplemental employee life and AD&D and dependent life options
- Industry-leading retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Incentive & Rewards Program
- Round-the-clock support through our Health Advocate partnership
- Career development and mentorship
- Educational assistance to help you invest in your future
- And much more
Position Description :
This position is integral to the proper evaluation and compliance of the facility's waste analysis plan. This person will be responsible for performing onsite laboratory and testing procedures.
They will determine acceptable waste streams and work closely with operations to ensure proper processing. We value this position as part of our facility operations team and are accountable for high-quality standards and safe working conditions.
Responsibilities :
- Calibrate all laboratory equipment each morning.
- Analyze and record all incoming samples and record results, hard copy and in the computer system.
- Analyze and complete bench study (treatability) on each incoming load, to include new samples.
- Analyze materials received and compare to the profile.
- Maintain all lab equipment : PH Meter and Flash tester
- Evaluate new samples to determine treatability; keep the laboratory clean and orderly
- Assist with laboratory projects that result in improved cost, quality, efficiency, or other general process improvements.
- Help with other aspects of off-loading, facility processing and cleaning as needed, when QA / QC is not occurring.
Requirements :
- High School Diploma / GED preferred
- At least 2-3 years of experience preferred but not required
- MS Suite experience required
- Experience working with non-hazardous and hazardous waste.
- Valid State Driver's License
- Experience with hand tools, hand truck, and forklifts preferred
Work Environment :
- Exposure to wet and / or humid conditions
- Moderate to high noise Level
- Outside weather conditions
Our DEI Commitment
Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and / or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Last updated : 2024-03-22
