ISS - Chemical Field Technician - San Diego, CA

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Chemical Field Technician I

 

Acts as Waste Technician for customer-site work.  May require coordinating performance of subcontractors. Must understand and apply RCRA (Resource Conservation & Recovery Act of 1976), DOT & EPA regulations as they affect the packing, transportation, and disposal of hazardous waste.

 

What You'll Do:

 

• Work in a safe manner while constantly aiming for no incidents or accidents.
• Know and understand all rules and regulations specific for customer site. Align with all company policies, rules and guidelines.
• Prepare or confirm accuracy of all paperwork associated with shipping hazardous waste.
• Complete site inspections and audits.
• Consolidation of non-hazardous and class 2 waste for roll off.
• Arrange for samples and profiles to be submitted to TSDF (Treatment Storage Disposal Facility), coordinate expired profile program.
• Track and maintain profiles submitted to TSDF, and make sure TSDF processes in a timely manner; resolve profile issues with Outside Sales Representative, TSDF, ChemCare Sales Coordinator, and customer.
• Receive orders for pickup of customer wastes; develop calendar for monthly and/or quarterly pickup schedule, if applicable.  Coordinate pickups with Univar ChemCare office, transporters, and TSDF’s as appropriate. Perform waste sampling and submittal to appropriate TSDF.
• Comply with all company policies, rules and guidelines.
• Prepare pickup and transport of customer wastes, by occasionally loading and unloading company trucks and common carriers using forklift and other required equipment on customer site.
• Prepare for shipment and load hazardous waste destined for off-site recycling / disposal facilities.
• Maintain a good driving record 
• Apply and develop skills and/or obtain endorsements or certifications (i.e., CDL, CHMM, RCRA / DOT) that align with scope of work.
• Perform all other duties as required.

 

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• General college science background in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or comparable work experience. 
• 1-3 years of related Operations experience
• Preferred in depth knowledge of RCRA, and DOT, and EPA regulations, acquired through documented detailed work experience.
• Current 40-hour Hazwoper. ( Univar will train in the event of not having this certification)
• Function specific training and required customer-site specific training, if applicable.
• Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft office suite. Requires intermediate level understanding of Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to classify waste according to RCRA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
• Ability to learn proper methods for handling hazardous materials and wastes.
• Customer service skills.
• Ability to operate an industrial powered lift truck or forklift according to company procedures and governmental regulations.
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Where You'll Work:

 

 5200 Illumina way San Diego 92122 CA

 

What You Can Expect:

 

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by a diverse team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus and annual salary reviews
• Competitive pay and benefits including Unlimited Time Off as business allows, and 8 paid holidays!

 

 

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $49,840 – $62,290 annually

The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications,