Lab Technician - Hazardous Waste

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I. Job Summary

Performs data entry, initiates inventory control tasks, maintains employee time records, generates reports, and maintains process files for the Laboratory.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receives waste samples, generates Waste Analysis Report (WAR), assigns and maintains sample tracking and data entry for Laboratory.
• Contacts truck driver to pick up paperwork when analytical testing is completed and disposal paperwork is approved, when required.
• Generates numerous reports, establishes and maintains section files, logs and records.
• Processes time cards and maintains attendance records.
• Make and file approval folders.
• Assist Approvals personnel in updating profiles in AS-400 System.
• Responsible for inventory control function including researching potential products and vendors, preparing bid packages, initiating requisitions, and ordering supplies, equipment, PPE, chemicals, furniture, printing, etc.
• Assists Technicians and Chemist with laboratory procedures, by performing Tech I level parameters.
• Maintains housekeeping in work area.
• Reference site-specific procedures and more detailed site-specific job descriptions.
• Performing other duties as assigned.
• Works independently, receiving a minimum amount of supervision and guidance on established laboratory procedures. Uses judgment when reviewing paperwork for completeness and accuracy. Must have a working knowledge of department practices and procedures, laboratory and sampling protocol, chemical terminology, and manifesting. Uses data base and spreadsheet computer applications.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year experience in the waste disposal business with emphasis on waste code utilization.
• RCRA
• DOT & M2Z (Driver Only)
• Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA)
• Clean Air Act (CAA)
• Clean Water Act (CWA)
• Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA)
• Superfund Amendment & Reauthorization Act (SARA)
• Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)
• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
• Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA)
• Hazardous Waste Transportation Act (HWTA)
• Code of Federal Regulation (CFR 40, 29, & 49)
• Contingency Plan
• Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasure Plan (SPCC)
• Security Plan
• Standard Division Practices (per department) (SDP’s)
• RCRA
• Hazwoper
• DOT
• Forklift
• Pre Employment Physical and Drug Test
• Complete Physical Biennially
• Pulmonary Function Test (PFT), Audiogram and Respirator Fit Test annual
• Physical at Termination

B. Preferred Qualifications

• High school chemistry or equivalent laboratory experience

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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