Republic Services

Republic Services

Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.

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OnSite Environmental Technician I

Assist with hazardous waste collection, packaging, spill response, and site safety.

San Jose, California, United States
22 - 30 USD
Full Time
Junior (1-3 years)

Job Highlights

Environment
Field

About the Role

The position involves assisting in the collection, identification, and proper packaging of hazardous and non‑hazardous waste, as well as handling administrative duties and spill response activities at client sites. Core duties include performing waste pickups throughout facilities, conducting chemical bulking and consolidation, labeling waste for compliance, responding to spills, operating forklifts, inspecting drums, safely loading and unloading waste vehicles, and completing waste stream sampling and other assigned tasks. • Perform waste pickups throughout customer facilities. • Conduct chemical bulking, consolidation, and proper packaging/labeling. • Participate in on‑site spill response as needed. • Operate forklifts and pallet‑jacks safely. • Inspect drums for integrity and regulatory compliance. • Load and unload waste hauling vehicles safely. • Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling. • Complete assigned administrative and other duties. • Operate heavy and light equipment (forklift, pallet‑jack). • Prioritize tasks, stay focused, and manage multiple responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • waste pickup
  • chemical bulking
  • spill response
  • forklift ops
  • drum inspection
  • sampling

What You Bring

Preferred qualifications include the ability to operate heavy and light equipment such as forklifts and pallet‑jacks, proficiency with hand and shop tools, strong accuracy and attention to detail, the capacity to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities, and a valid driver’s license when required. • Skilled with hand and shop tools and instruments. • Demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and strong attention to detail. • Possess a valid driver’s license where required. • Pass 40‑hour HAZWOPER training upon hire.

Requirements

  • hand tools
  • shop tools
  • accuracy
  • driver’s license
  • hazwoper
  • forklift

Benefits

The minimum qualification is the ability to pass a 40‑hour HAZWOPER training program upon hire; the pay range is $22.05 to $30.30, varying by locality, and the role includes eligibility for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package. The company fosters an inclusive culture with high employee engagement, charitable contributions, and ample growth opportunities, inviting candidates to join its mission of creating a more sustainable world. • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance. • Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • 401(k) plan with generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid time off (PTO).

Work Environment

Field

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