External opportunity
Chemical Operator , Hazardous Waste
21–22.5 per hour
Posted 3 Nov 2026 · Other
Job description
Job Description
Position Purpose:
The Chemical Operator (known internally as a Material Handler) is responsible for performing a variety of routine hazardous and non-hazardous waste tasks in the movement of solids and liquids. Under direct supervision, tasks could include all types of manual labor in cleaning and decontamination operations,unloading and loading containers for processing at site or transportation to appropriate facilities.
Primary Duties /Responsibilities:
Load and unload various size containers (totes, drums, tankers, trailers. etc.)
Construct boxes and/or fiber containers and stacks, labels, and load containers
Use a variety of tools such as s impact wrenches and bung wrenches
Transport hazardous waste materials from storage facilities within the facility as directed.
Decontaminate and dispose of empty drums and/or containers according to RCRA and disposal guidelines
Assist in completing all necessary paperwork for processing materials
Perform general housekeeping duties
Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
Inspection material handling equipment as directed
Assist in the loading/unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials at designated sites utilizing appropriate equipment for which you are appropriately trained.
Other duties as assigned.
Sampling of hazardous and non-hazardous waste drums and bulk containers
Ability to obtain NJ Black Seal License to operate high pressure boiler
Ability to obtain a Commercial Drivers Licence (CDL), if employee qualifies
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education / Experience / Background:
High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) (MANDATORY)
Prior work experience of 3 to 6 months in the hazardous waste or chemical industry in a related position with proficiency in handling forklifts and a variety of tools (PREFERRED)
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
Ability to communicate through reading and writing
Trained in the use of material handling equipment
Required Certification / Licenses / Training:
40-Hour HAZWOPER training (PREFERRED)
Comply with and enforce all compliance, health, safety, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) in accordance with Veolia and agency requirements
Additional Information
Hourly Pay Range: $21 to $22.50 per hour
Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.
Sick leave – 56 hours; Observed Holidays – 11 days; Vacation – 15 days
Eligible for up to 4% Annual Performance Bonus
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Company Description
Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
Pay, skills & work eligibility
Compensation
21–22.5 per hour
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Hourly Pay Range: $21 to $22.50 per hour
Location, eligibility & working hours
- Listed work location
- Middlesex, NJ, United States
- Visa sponsorship
- Not stated clearly
- Relocation support
- Not stated clearly
- Working hours / time zone
- Not stated clearly
Remote does not automatically mean work from any country. A location match does not confirm work authorization, sponsorship or relocation eligibility.
Location & work arrangement
Listed work locations
- 125 Factory Lane, Middlesex, NJ, 08846, United States