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Veolia North America Material Handler in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Company Description
About Veolia North America
A subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has approximately 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. Please visit our website www.veolianorthamerica.com
Job Description
BENEFITS
Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
Position Purpose:
Responsible for performing a variety of routine hazardous and non-hazardous waste tasks in the movement and processing of various waste in various container size/type. Tasks could include: Follow procedures & direction, perform manual labor, proper usage of PPE, operate mobile equipment (manual and powered), operate fixed / stationary equipment, loading & unloading containers, perform equipment inspections, identification of various container size/type, scanning container movements, consolidation of containers & material, staging containers in designated area, recognize markings & labels. Tasks will be performed on a daily basis in the designated processing area as assigned by Leads & Supervisors in order to meet processing objectives for material disposal.
Primary Duties/responsibilities:
Work as directed by supervisors, leads, trainers or mentors
Recognize various container size & type
Recognize labels & markings
Understand and follow procedures & processes
Load and unload various size containers (totes, drums, tankers, trailers. etc.) using mechanical or manual means
Use a variety of tools such as impact wrenches, shovels, jackhammers, etc.
Transport hazardous materials from storage locations within the facility as directed
Decontaminate and dispose of empty drums and/or containers according to RCRA and disposal guidelines
Assist in completing all necessary paperwork for processing materials to include transportation of materials to and from various locations
Perform general housekeeping duties
Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
Inspect material handling equipment as required
Assist in the loading/unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials at designated sites utilizing appropriate equipment for which you are appropriately trained.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education / Experience / Background:
High School diploma or GED equivalent
0-2 years warehouse experience
Forklift experience preferred
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
Strong team player
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines
Strong customer service orientation
Computer proficiency
Ability to follow through on assignments
Required Certification / Licenses / Training:
- Valid Drivers License
Additional Information
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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