Hazardous Waste & Facility Assistant at SMS Staffing

North Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Aug, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

17 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Hazardous Waste Management, Forklift Operation, Material Handling, Data Entry, Wastewater Testing, Stormwater Sampling, Facility Maintenance, Safety Compliance, Basic Math, PC Knowledge, Communication Skills, Power Tool Operation

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Hiring immediately for a skilled Hazardous Waste & Facility Assistant in North Chicago, IL! Job Title: Hazardous Waste & Facility Assistant Job Location: North Chicago, IL Job Type: Temp to Hire Pay: Starting at $18/hour (depending on experience) 1st Shift | 7:00 am - 3:30 pm | Monday - Friday Role Overview Looking for a hands-on role with steady hours, a team environment and opportunities to grow? We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Hazardous Waste & Facility Assistant to support facility operations, material handling, and waste management activities in a fast-paced industrial environment. About the Hazardous Waste & Facility Assistant Role: Handle and move hazardous/non-hazardous materials safely Assist with facility cleanup and general labor tasks Operate forklifts and equipment Maintain safety and compliance standards Assist in sampling each processed stormwater sample point. Perform data entry of sample records, hazardous waste records, etc. Complete maintenance daily job tasks that include PIT inspections, parking lot cleanup, and vegetation removal from lots. Responsible for collecting empty cans/containers from various areas, keeping track of what is collected, and processing them in the can crusher. About You: The ideal candidate for the Hazardous Waste & Facility Assistant will have the following skills and experience: Basic Math skills. High School Diploma Forklift experience preferred Ability to learn and conduct testing on local wastewater categorical effluent limits and processed stormwater based on standard regulations Must have good written/verbal communication skills as well as general PC knowledge Must possess a valid driver’s license Special Circumstances of the Job: Basic understanding of how wastes (hazardous/non-hazardous) are classified, labeled, and managed. The ability to operate power/hand tools as well as a pressure washer. Must be able to wear safety equipment (respirator, gloves, chemical suit, boots, goggles, face shield, steel-toe work boots, etc.). This position will require outdoor work at times during inclement weather. It will also require, at times, heavy lifting, climbing, stooping, and standing for long periods of time. This position involves safety-sensitive functions. The aptitude to complete both a written and a driving forklift test Join the SMS team! It takes more than top-notch facilities, modern equipment, and innovative technologies to become our customers’ most trusted supplier. It takes people who are committed to our customers’ success and who are willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right. #SMS

Responsibilities

Support facility operations by safely handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials and performing general labor tasks. Responsibilities include sampling stormwater, maintaining records, and performing daily facility maintenance such as PIT inspections.