This job is located near Silverdale, WA 98315 at Naval Base Kitsap.
Be a part of a company that cares. HMG is an established veteran-owned small business with a history in the Puget Sound area, our company needs qualified, reliable, honest, and hardworking people to be a part of a winning team. MUST provide resume to be considered.
The Environmental Technician primarily handles hazardous waste pickups, processing hazardous waste, shipment of wastes, spill responses and pump truck operations for wastes or septic. Additional duties include performing inspections and documenting results according to Navy requirements. This position has a high degree of compliance requirements: WA State Dangerous Waste, EPA Federal rules, and Navy requirements.
- Perform Environmental sampling, field testing, and document all findings including Operating Records, Logs, and Reports, for Wastewater, Storm Water Pollution Prevention, Used Oil/ Mixed Fuel Collection, Hazardous Material/ Hazardous Waste/Other Regulated Waste (HM/ HW/ORW) collection and processing, Soil Reuse and Disposal Management, Universal Waste collection and processing, Oil and Hazardous Substance Spill Response and Cleanup, OHS Spill Drills as part of Facility Response Team, OHS Spill Reporting and Documentation, Spill Response Boat Launch, Clean Air Act (CAA) and Air Emission Permit Reporting as required, Petroleum Pressure Piping and Hoses Testing and Reporting, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure activities, Underground Storage Tank maintenance & documentation, Clean Water Act activities, Storm Water, Storm Water Outfall Monitoring & Sampling, abide by Historical and Cultural Resource guidelines.
- Collect and manage waste containers, prepare containers for shipment in accordance with hazardous waste regulations, waste profiles, and DOT Hazardous Materials regulations. Manage all regulatory documentation associated with inspections and shipments. Packaging & storing of hazardous waste must comply with State, Federal and Navy regulations, or policies.
- Make hazardous waste pickups at customer facilities and transport to the central accumulation facilities. Conduct bulking/consolidation of wastes.
- Document/log hazardous waste collection and processing according to the established system.
- Secure and move heavy drums & containers using dollies and pallet jacks. Make container inspections throughout the central accumulation facilities operated by Tessera to ensure labeling, profiling, and environmental requirements are correct.
- Perform industrial service operations such as tank cleaning, waste bulking, pressure washing contaminated surfaces, hazmat cleaning, pump truck operations, and/or demolition service in accordance with established company policies and procedures.
- Perform & document required hazardous waste facility inspections to ensure Navy, State and Federal compliance with rules or guidelines.
- Inspect and maintain equipment associated with waste handling (tools, trucks, can crusher, etc.).
- Help customers with setting up satellite and less-than-90-day storage sites. Inspect collection sites for proper storage and labelling requirements.
- Record work order response in Maximo in a clear, concise manner with sufficient detail for Navy to know what was accomplished.
- Self-inspect your completed work to ensure final product meets requirements.
- Complete necessary forms and documentation or inspections according to Navy’s manuals, HMG & Tessera’s SOP’s, or regulatory requirements.
- Keep written records in an organized, presentable, and reproducible manner. Submit information according to due dates.
- Inspect assets, maintenance documents, and Maximo records to note any trends or recurring discrepancies that require action.
- Perform non-emergency and emergency response activities that deal with chemical, fuel, haz. waste, solid waste, water and septage. Some emergency responses require you to be on-site and address the spill within 1 hour. Maintain HAZWOPER credentials.
- Must be able to determine PPE requirements and the correct PPE to perform spill response tasks, wear air purifying respirators (full-face masks), gloves, suits, boots, etc.
- Participates in the Facility Response Team training as required for on-water or land spills. Maintains FRT training credentials required by Navy.
- Performs on-call duty rotations (24hr + weekends). Responds to off-duty environmental tasks.
- Clean tanks, sumps, perform pump-outs. Must be able to work in confined spaces (e.g. tanks, vaults) and atmospheres with potential for exposure to various fuels or chemicals, some of which may be hazardous, toxic, or corrosive.
- May also be involved in asbestos, lead, and mold abatement, AST’s & UST’s, and other assigned environmental projects.
- Cleans all assigned grease traps, septic tanks, and oil water separators to specifications.
- Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental programs in support of the Contract with the Navy.
- Ensure environmental compliance with assigned tasks while producing a quality product and service.
- Apply standard operating procedures or best management practices to field activities and guide junior level technicians you work with.
- Assist in investigating and developing corrective and preventative actions for errors or potential violations.
- Follow applicable Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and Navy instructions, standards, and permit requirements.
- Interact with clients in a courteous and professional manner.
- Participate in employee training. Maintain knowledge of your roles and responsibilities under the Navy’s Environmental Management System (EMS) and HMG & Tessera’s Environmental Protection Plan SOP’s. Take other training as assigned.
- Communicate professionally with team members, stakeholders, and customers.
- Promote and adhere to safety policies.
- All Other Duties/Projects as Assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school education or equivalent.
- Some experience in hazardous waste, preferred.
- 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (current), required.
- FRT training credentials
- First Aid/CPR certification
- OSHA series training preferred.
- Strong maintenance background. Familiar with military equipment and facilities.
- Ability to operate a variety of vehicles and material handling equipment (fork trucks, drum handling equipment, mechanical pump systems, etc.) and use hand and power tools. Use equipment such as pressure washer, dry and wet vacuums, pump trucks, sprayers, vacuum trailers, boom reels, boats, etc.
- Ability to respond to customer inquiries in an efficient and timely manner.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Must pass CDL Physicals and respirator fit test as necessary
Security Requirements:
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain all applicable federal security clearances.
- Required drug screening, physical, and background check.
Driving Requirements:
- A valid state driver license is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain coverage by HMG’s insurance company.
- CDL with Hazmat endorsement required.
Benefits:
Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term disability insurance, and employee assistance program. Additional benefits include optional long-term disability and supplemental life insurance, and annual safety shoe or personal protective equipment reimbursement. Employees also receive paid time away from work including:
- Holidays: 11 Paid Holidays per year.
- Vacation: Two weeks after 1 year, three weeks after 5 years, four weeks after 10 years of continuous service.
- Sick Leave (PTO): 1 hour for each 30 hours worked
HMG, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.46 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- hazardous waste: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (Required)
Work Location: On the road
