Material Handler


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Company DescriptionAbout Veolia North AmericaA 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.comJob DescriptionBENEFITSVeolia'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 mentorsRecognize various container size & typeRecognize labels & markingsUnderstand and follow procedures & processesLoad and unload various size containers (totes, drums, tankers, trailers. etc.) using mechanical or manual meansUse a variety of tools such as impact wrenches, shovels, jackhammers, etc.Transport hazardous materials from storage locations within the facility as directedDecontaminate and dispose of empty drums and/or containers according to RCRA and disposal guidelinesAssist in completing all necessary paperwork for processing materials to include transportation of materials to and from various locationsPerform general housekeeping dutiesMaintain a clean, organized and safe work areaInspect material handling equipment as requiredAssist 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.QualificationsEducation / Experience / Background:High School diploma or GED equivalent0-2 years warehouse experienceForklift experience preferredKnowledge / Skills / Abilities:Strong team playerExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsTime management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlinesStrong customer service orientationComputer proficiencyAbility to follow through on assignmentsRequired Certification / Licenses / Training:Valid Drivers LicenseAdditional InformationWe 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.





 Veolia North America

 06/22/2024

 Philadelphia,PA