Hazardous Waste Technician Needed-Baldwin City Area | Hiring
Baldwin City Role Highlights
At a Glance
- Role in Baldwin City: Hazardous Waste Technician
- Employer: Waste Management (Hiring in Baldwin City)
- Status: New Baldwin City listing (actively interviewing).
- Based in: Baldwin City, KS (a vibrant local hub)
- This Baldwin City-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Baldwin City, KS is growing.
- Benefit from working in Baldwin City, a key hub for the Hazardous Waste Management industry.
What You Get
- Compensation: $25-$32/Hour (approx. $59.8k/Year)
- Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits.
- Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
Responsibilities
- This role centers on your professional skills within the Hazardous Waste Management space in Baldwin City.
Company Overview: Waste Management provides specialized industrial and hazardous material management services, ensuring strict EPA, DOT, and OSHA compliance across chemical, industrial, and commercial waste handling streams.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As a Hazardous Waste Technician, you manage chemical and industrial waste handling, packaging, sampling, and drum lab-packing operations at client locations and treatment facilities. You collect hazardous waste containers, conduct chemical compatibility testing, prepare shipping manifests, and load transport vehicles in strict compliance with federal environmental regulations. You also respond to chemical spill containment calls, maintain chemical inventory databases, and execute decontamination routines wearing specialized personal protective equipment (PPE). This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site technical presence (no remote options allowed).
Qualifications & Benefits: High School Diploma or GED required (Associate degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science preferred) alongside a valid 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification. Physical ability to lift heavy drums (up to 50 lbs) and comfort wearing respirator systems is required. Benefits include premium technical hourly pay, hazardous duty pay differentials, full medical/dental insurance, 401(k) matching, paid vacation, and ongoing safety certifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Hazardous Waste Technician Needed-Baldwin City Area | Hiring position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $25 - $32. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Baldwin City.
Where is this Hazardous Waste Technician Needed-Baldwin City Area | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Baldwin City, KS. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Baldwin City.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Waste Management provide training for new hires?
Yes, Waste Management provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
What qualifications do I need for this Hazardous Waste Technician Needed-Baldwin City Area | Hiring role?
Most Hazardous Waste Technician Needed-Baldwin City Area | Hiring positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
How do I apply for this Hazardous Waste Technician Needed-Baldwin City Area | Hiring position in Baldwin City?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Waste Management reviews applications on a rolling basis.
