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Waste Management

Lab Technician - Hazardous Waste

Waste Management, Emelle, Alabama, United States, 35459

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Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members.

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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.

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)

Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)

Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA)

Code of Federal Regulation (CFR 40, 29, & 49)

Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasure Plan (SPCC)

Security Plan

RCRA

DOT

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.

About Us ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com ) is North America’s largest comprehensive waste management environmental solutions provider. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them achieve their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials and is the leader in beneficial reuse of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most gas-to-electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes nearly 11,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet of its kind in North America – where more than half are fueled by renewable natural gas. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com .

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons, or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID, or TSA approved alternative.

About the Team What is the value of a WM job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It’s a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career. We Are WM is what defines the perks of being in the WM family – from benefits, to resources and engagement activities. We are People First. We are Committed to Your Growth. We Are Investing in You. We are a Family. We are Stable. We are Always Working for a Sustainable Tomorrow.

Job Info

Job Identification 2340060

Posting Date 12/02/2025, 07:49 PM

Job Schedule Full time

Locations HIGHWAY 17 N MILE MARKER 163, EMELLE, AL, 35459, US (On-site)

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