Material Handler

United States·Reno - SparksSourcingmid

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WHAT WE DO As a premier provider of environmental services in the Western United States, Patriot Environmental Services provides a wide range of industrial,

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Responsibilities

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→Ensure that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner.
→Perform emergency response cleanup activities including but not limited to chemical and water spills, non-hazardous and hazardous waste and toxic materials and equipment decontamination.
→Sweep, dig, shovel, lift, pressure wash and handling drums to assist in cleanup.
→Operate cleanup equipment used in hazardous waste activities.
→Follow policies and procedures for control and storage of hazardous substances.
→Attend safety training as required.
→Comply with the Random Drug Testing Program.
→Perform various housekeeping and custodial duties and other duties as required.
→Assist with maintenance of facility like unloading trucks and other ancillary duties.
→Answer 24/7 Emergency Response calls when on uncontrolled standby.
→Work long hours and overtime during day, night or weekend shifts.
→Other reasonable directives, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

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High school diploma or GED preferred.
Some environmental services industry experience preferred.
Some hazardous waste control experience preferred.
Valid driver’s license required.
Driving record that meets company standards and current DMV printout, required.
40-hour HAZWOPER certification required.
Confined Space Entry certification preferred.

Strong attention to detail; meticulous.
Safety conscious.
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Flexible to fast paced changes.

Pushing / pulling: frequent daily basis
Twisting / turning: frequent daily basis
Lift items over head: frequent daily basis
Standing: 6-8 hours daily
Crouching / stooping: prolonged periods
Lifting / carrying: frequent daily up to 50 lbs
Work in confined spaces or at heights.
Required to wear a variety of personal protection equipment as required including but not limited to Tyvek suits.
Required to wear respirators as needed.
Performs labor intensive activities in all weather conditions during any hours during the day or night.