Part-Time Hazardous Waste Technician(Kent) | Part Time Job
Your Next Part-Time Step in Kent
Snapshot
- Position: Hazardous Waste Technician (Part-Time, based in Kent)
- Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible part-time role at our Kent location.
- Worksite: Kent, WA
- Hiring Organization: Waste Management
- Urgency: Immediate part-time consideration in Kent.
- Part-Time Salary: $25-$32/Hour (approx. $34.4k/Year)
- Great option for students, parents, or those seeking extra income.
- Benefits: Steady supplemental income with predictable weekly hours.
- This part-time role in Kent is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management part-time team in Kent, WA is growing.
- Benefit from working part-time in Kent, a key hub for the Hazardous Waste Management industry.
Company Overview: Waste Management provides specialized industrial and hazardous material management services, ensuring strict EPA, DOT, and OSHA compliance across chemical, industrial, and commercial waste handling streams.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As a Hazardous Waste Technician, you manage chemical and industrial waste handling, packaging, sampling, and drum lab-packing operations at client locations and treatment facilities. You collect hazardous waste containers, conduct chemical compatibility testing, prepare shipping manifests, and load transport vehicles in strict compliance with federal environmental regulations. You also respond to chemical spill containment calls, maintain chemical inventory databases, and execute decontamination routines wearing specialized personal protective equipment (PPE). This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site technical presence (no remote options allowed).
Qualifications & Benefits: High School Diploma or GED required (Associate degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science preferred) alongside a valid 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification. Physical ability to lift heavy drums (up to 50 lbs) and comfort wearing respirator systems is required. Benefits include premium technical hourly pay, hazardous duty pay differentials, full medical/dental insurance, 401(k) matching, paid vacation, and ongoing safety certifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Hazardous Waste Technician | Part Time Job position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $25 - $32. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Kent.
Where is this Hazardous Waste Technician | Part Time Job job located?
This position is based in Kent, WA. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Kent.
How many hours per week is this part-time Hazardous Waste Technician | Part Time Job role?
Part-time positions at Waste Management generally range from 20 to 30 hours per week with flexible scheduling options. Exact hours depend on business needs and your availability.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Waste Management provide training for new hires?
Yes, Waste Management provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
What qualifications do I need for this Hazardous Waste Technician | Part Time Job role?
Most Hazardous Waste Technician | Part Time Job positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
