College Park Full-time Hazardous Waste Technician | Hiring
Position in College Park, MD
Fast Facts
- Urgency: Immediate consideration in College Park.
- Company: Waste Management
- Role in College Park: Hazardous Waste Technician
- Location: College Park, MD
- This College Park-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in College Park, MD is growing.
- Benefit from working in College Park, a key hub for the Hazardous Waste Management industry.
Rewards
- Salary: $25-$32/Hour (approx. $59.8k/Year)
- Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package.
- Clear growth pathways at our College Park office.
Day-to-Day
- This role centers on your professional skills within the Hazardous Waste Management space in College Park.
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 College Park Full-time Hazardous Waste Technician | 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 College Park.
Where is this College Park Full-time Hazardous Waste Technician | Hiring job located?
This position is based in College Park, MD. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in College Park.
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 offer tuition assistance or education benefits?
Yes, Waste Management offers fully funded tuition reimbursement programs. Eligible associates can pursue degrees and certifications at no cost through programs like Career Choice, covering tuition, books, and fees.
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 College Park Full-time Hazardous Waste Technician | Hiring role?
Most College Park Full-time Hazardous Waste Technician | 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.
