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Material Handler (Baltimore)

The Planet Group, Baltimore, MD, United States


Job Title: Material Handler
Starting Pay: $22-23/hr plus OT available
Location: Baltimore, MD

Schedule- M-F 7:30am-4pm

Warehouse, Waste, Forklift, shipping & receiving
Must have Forklift exp
This is to help with the increase volume of drums they have coming in, will train them and get them up and running
Will be transferring drums from truck to storage and from truck to truck.
Must pass a drug and background and then take 40/hr training.
This work is Outside not in a warehouse.

As a Material Handler you will be responsible for loading, unloading, processing and storing hazardous and nonhazardous waste materials at a permitted waste treatment facility with supervision.

Essential Functions & Requirements:
Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and consistently maintaining safe practices
Loads, unloads and processes solid and liquid waste safely in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local rules and regulations
Operates a fork truck and Bobcat with attachments
Directs liquid waste through a system of pumps to tanks for storage
Performs basic spill cleanup and housekeeping duties as directed
Perform chemical compatibility checks to prevent reactions and other issues
Utilizes barcode system equipment to document certain inventory activities
Reviews laboratory data to determine proper handling and disposal of materials
Uses Department of Transportation (DOT) knowledge to match and label inbound materials for storage and shipping of containers to other sites
Utilizes proper equipment to remove samples of materials for analysis and compatibility checks
Operates a hydraulic baler for cardboard and other materials
Maintains operating areas, walls, pipes, and floors in a clean and safe condition
Utilizes knowledge of applicable EPA, DOT, OSHA and permit regulations
Utilizes coding and labeling systems to handle and manage containers
Utilizes appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed including boots, gloves, suits, eye/ear protection and a respirator
Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization

Education:
High-school diploma or equivalent (required)

Experience:
1+ years of related experience (required)
40 hour HAZWOPER certificate (preferred)