Environmental Technician at APTIM

Irvine, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Solid Waste Sorting, Data Analysis, Teamwork, Hand Tools Usage, Physical Stamina, Waste Management, Inventory Management, Safety Compliance

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Job Overview: APTIM has openings for a Environmental Technician to work in a team to perform solid waste composition assessments of client waste containers ranging in size from 3 cubic yards to 40 cubic yards. These assessments are typically 1-2 days in duration with typical team sizes ranging from 2 to 5 depending on the size of the assessment. Work activities will include sorting through solid waste using hand tools to segregate waste items by type for the purpose of assessing various types of waste including plastics, paper, cardboard, glass, food waste and regulated materials. Assisting with the separation of the waste, weighing and inventorying items for the purpose of data analysis and reporting. Work requires the ability to bend and lift 30 pounds or less, willingness to work in Tyvek safety suits, wear required safety equipment, and ability to work on your feet for up to 8 hours. Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities: * Sort solid waste into material categories including plastics, paper, cardboard, food waste, regulated waste, etc. * Use hand tools to sort waste and ability to lift and move items 30 pounds or less. * Willingness to travel with the team to transfer stations, landfills, and client sites. Travel could be required anywhere in the continental US but primary focus would be in the Midwest. Basic Qualifications: * Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen * High school diploma or equivalent required. * Ability to work well in a team, positive attitude and willingness to travel Preferred Qualifications: * Experience in the Hazardous Waste/Solid Waste Field * 40-hour Hazwoper trained PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Strength: Standing 50% Walking 20% Sitting 30% Lifting 35 lb. Carrying 35 lb. Pushing 0 ft-lb. Pulling 0 ft-lb. 2. Climbing O Balancing O 3. Stooping O Kneeling O Crouching O Crawling O Reaching Handling C Fingering C About APTIM APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all. What you can expect from APTIM: * Work that is worthy of your time and talent * Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home * Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities * A voice in making our company better * Investment into your personal and professional development As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $22 per hour. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM. Watch our video: About APTIM - In Pursuit of Better [https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DcCRFRS4ZZjg&data=05%7C02%7Cnorwood.banon%40aptim.com%7C8f0a469eceaa48383fa308dd8f25a189%7C722bb117d3964e7c982b8c9f8038294d%7C0%7C0%7C638824113971626225%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=CIO7lYTFhMUBWAvVPBeUL4U0hTsScP5cbUTbdrqjdAU%3D&reserved=0] #LI-BN1 #LI-ONSITE

Responsibilities

The Environmental Technician will sort solid waste into various material categories and assist with weighing and inventorying items for data analysis. The role requires physical activity, including lifting and moving waste items.