B-Level Technician

Description : Description :

The Hazmat Technician is responsible for handling, transporting, and disposing of hazardous materials while ensuring safety and compliance with environmental regulations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Emergency Response : React to hazardous material spills, leaks, and contamination incidents.
• Cleanup & Disposal : Safely remove and dispose of hazardous substances following regulatory standards.
• Equipment Operation : Use specialized tools such as protective suits and respirators.
• Training & Compliance : Educate personnel on safety procedures and maintain adherence to OSHA, EPA, and local regulations.
• Record Keeping : Document hazardous material incidents and response efforts.

Requirements : Qualifications :

Will receive and identify material. Will locate, retrieve, load and unload material utilizing hand trucks, forklifts, hoists, conveyors, or other handling equipment which move material to and from trucks within the facility. Will tally types and quantities against receiving and shipping documents. Operates heavy equipment such as forklift. Duties may also include, but are not limited to, the following : Under the direction of the Health, Safety, Environmental (EHS) Manager and / or Hazmat Coordinator, the Hazmat Technician will be responsible to adhere to all applicable requirements of the installations Hazardous Material / Waste Management Plan. Will be responsible for handling hazardous or toxic materials in a safe manner to minimize safety hazard, prevent spills, and reduce / eliminate Hazardous Waste generation.

Has knowledge of standard practices and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Supervision : Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Education : May require a high school diploma with 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

PHYSICAL TASKS FREQUENCY

Sitting Occasional

Walking Frequent

Bending Frequent

Squatting / Stooping Frequent

Crawling Occasional

Climbing / Heights Occasional

Kneeling Frequent

Twisting Occasional

Standing Frequent

Reaching Above Shoulder Frequent

Hand Dexterity / Tool Usage Frequent

Operation of Motor Vehicle / Forklift / Crane Frequent / Especially Forklift

Work Around Non-Contained Machinery Occasional

Work in Tight / Confined Spaces Frequent (may also require some type of respirator)

Physical Activity Constant

Length of Work Day 8 or 10 hours plus OT when required

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS :

__ 10 pounds ___ 25pounds _X__ 50 pounds

__ 75 pounds w / assist ___100 pounds w / assist ___ Other lifting criteria

PUSHING / PULLING REQUIREMENTS :

__ 10 pounds ___ 25 pounds X_ 50 pounds w / assist

__75 pounds w / assist ___ 100 pounds w / assist ___ Other pushing / pulling criteria

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS : Hard hat, in required areas, safety shoes and safety glasses

Metal Trades, Inc. reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way Metal Trades, Inc. desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not an employment contract implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains at-will. The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals.

Working conditions : Work may be performed indoors / outdoors. While working outdoors the employee may be exposed to all kinds of weather conditions including rain, snow, heat, and cold. Indoors the employee may be exposed to drafts, noise, and dust.

MTI is an equal employment opportunity employer, and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or uniformed service (military), or other protected status as prohibited by state and federal law and regulation. Employment opportunities with MTI depend on qualifications, professionalism and performance. The Company's policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all phases of the employment relationship including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, upgrading, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of selection, training and compensation.

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