HHW Technician I                                  Posting: # 113-25

HCS – Environmental Health Date            Posted: 07/28/2025

Salary: K-106 (00) $22.30/hr.                      Deadline: until filled

Tuesday & Friday,7:30 am. – 4:00 pm.

Wednesday 9:45 am – 6:15 pm, 2nd Sat. 7:30 am – 12:30 pm

GENERAL SUMMARY

The purpose of this job is to unload hazardous chemicals and electronics from customer vehicles and safely package them in the appropriate containers for shipment, in line with standard operating procedures. Provide excellent customer service and educate clients on properly recycling and disposing of hazardous waste. Conduct periodic safety inspections of HHW Center buildings and grounds and report findings to staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides customer services and aids community members in disposing of hazardous items safely.
• Transfers and sorts hazardous chemicals and electronics safely.
• Packages, labels, and ships hazardous waste and electronics.
• Cleans, prepares, and maintains work areas; ensures supplies and personal protective equipment are available.
• Participates in public events and trainings to educate community members on safe methods for handling and disposing of household hazardous waste.
• Conducts safety inspection of HHW Center.
• Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• 6 months + training beyond High School
• 1 to 3 years of related work experience in hazardous chemicals
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Certification in Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) within 6 months of hire (8-hour recertification annually)
• Certification in First Aid/CPR within 6 months of hire (recertification every 3 years)

VETERANS are encouraged to apply. Please provide your joint services transcript with your application.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

All candidates must submit a Kalamazoo County Application for Employment and a resume. Application materials may be submitted online at: https://www.kalcounty.com/hrd/openings.php