Recycling Technician - 2nd Shift

Allentown, PA
$19.50 per hour
Permanent
Full-time

14 days ago
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Company DescriptionAre you looking for an opportunity that is more than a job? Plant your roots and grow with Clean Earth. Here at Clean Earth, you will have the opportunity for a career in the growing field of environmental sustainability. Clean Earth provides waste solutions to retailers, pharmacies, hospitals, government operations, harbors, manufacturers, and consumers. Clean Earth ensures a cleaner, greener planet for generations to come. You could be part of the solution!Why join Clean Earth?In addition to competitive pay, we also offer:

Health benefits available Day 1
401k available Day 1
10+ paid holidays/year
Free HAZWOPER training and certification
Overtime opportunities
Ability to be cross-trained into different roles

Job Description$19.50/hr plus Sign on Bonus for New Hires!Recycle all types of electronic waste including but not limited to, circuit boards, keyboards, CRT and flat panel TVs/monitors, computers, laptops and smart phonesEssential Functions: Essential functions of position include, but are not limited to:

Handling hazardous waste, including identification, labeling, storage, and management in accordance with all regulations and internal safety requirements.
Handling waste batteries, and Electronics for recycling, including identification, labeling, sorting, and storage.
Unload trucks, stage equipment for processing
Document appropriate operation in logs
Operate fork truck, lifting mechanisms, drum dumpers, drum and pallet jacks
Reliable, regular attendance/punctuality is required to meet business need
Assure compliance with all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations
Perform work safely, in accordance with all company policies and procedures to prevent injury

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Maintain cleanliness of equipment and overall housekeeping in and around the facility.
Inventory incoming material and assist with customer deliveries/pickups
Perform other functions that may be assigned.

QualificationsBackground Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Good mechanical ability required.
Must be able to read/write and understand English

Working Conditions:

Medium to heavy working conditions
Lifting 50 pounds minimum on regular basis
Work with various materials with varying safety requirements
Tasks will rotate within different areas of the warehouse according to business needs.
Ability to climb stairs, stands 8 hours/day, lift 60 pounds, move 55-gallon drums required.
Ability to use personal protective equipment such as tyveks, goggles, hardhat, respirator
Ability to work overtime hours as required by business conditions

Additional InformationClean Earth offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching.We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco Clean Earth’s website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Clean Earth offers the following alternate application procedure: Call toll free (833) 209-2659 and leave your name, phone number, city and state of residence. Clean Earth will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. This line is dedicated to disability applications only. No other inquiries will receive a response.

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