Process Technician- Environmental Services

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Company Description

Covanta Environmental Solutions is a leading provider of environmental solutions across a wide range of industries including heavy-light manufacturing, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, consumer products, health and beauty, food, automotive, environmental consultants, municipalities, and other industrial manufacturers. Our services help solve some of the toughest challenges faced by these industries. Our mission is simple: To develop and deliver waste and risk elimination solutions that positively benefit our Clients, our Community, and our Environment.

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:

Safety and efficiently process inbound waste in various forms, process, plant trash, material for solidification, green rubber shredding, and load outbound trailers to ending disposal and processing facilities. The candidate is expected to be proficient in hazard recognition and resolution. Complete housekeeping of assigned area and facility-wide involvement of good housekeeping practices. Receive inbound material from liquid tankers, package trucks, compactors, roll offs into the designated areas. Process inbound material operating heavy equipment to include but not limited to track hoe, skid steer, forklift, vac truck, tanker trucks, roll-off trucks, walking floor trailers, dump trucks, pressure washer, shredders, various hand tools, and material handling equipment. Receive, weigh, unpack, empty, and label containers as necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Proficiency in hazard recognition and resolution.
• Complete housekeeping of assigned area and facility-wide involvement of good housekeeping practices.
• Receive inbound material from liquid tankers, package trucks, compactors, roll offs into the designated area.
• Process inbound material operating heavy equipment to include but not limited to track hoe, skid steer, forklift, vac truck, tanker trucks, roll-off trucks, pressure washer, shredders, various hand tools, and material handling equipment.
• Receive, weigh, unpack, empty, and label containers as necessary.
• Mixing of inbound waste streams, liquids, powders, sludges, etc. in preparation for the solidification process.
• Labeling and staging containers with product
• Take samples of powder and liquids to verify inbound waste characteristics
• Stage empty and full containers.
• Maintain satisfactory housekeeping standards,
• Complete daily equipment inspections, prepare equipment for maintenance
• Accurately completing shop floor paperwork in both written and electronic format
• Verifying the accuracy of quantity and quality of incoming deliveries
• Labeling every package and placing them in the designated area for processing
• Identifying and locating the correct products during waste processing
• Keeping a well-maintained and updated account of waste staged for processing or 10-day transfer.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED (General Education Degree).
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must follow all Safety Rules, Regulations, Operating Procedures, Corporate/Plant Policies and Laws at all times
• Hands-on waste experience with the operation of track hoe, skid steer, forklift, vac truck, tanker trucks, roll-off trucks, pressure washer, shredders, various hand tools, and material handling equipment is preferred.
• Must be safety conscious, reliable, and have a strong work ethic
• Be willing to work any shift and frequent overtime.
• Must be computer literate and have good math skills
• Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including chemical suit, respirator, face shield, hard hat, steel-toed boots, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, detail-orientation, and prioritization skills.
• Effectively work in a team setting.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug test, and background check

Skills/Qualifications:

Organization, Scheduling, Analyzing Information, Dealing with Complexity, Deadline-Oriented, Time Management, Process Improvement, Safety Management, Inventory Control, Lifting, Data Entry Skills

Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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