General Laborer-Environmental Technician

Job Title:
Environmental Technician - General Laborer

Job Description

We are seeking dedicated Environmental Technicians to join our facility in Phoenix, AZ. This role involves handling and processing hazardous materials in a dynamic environment. Technicians will receive comprehensive training, including forklift operation, to excel in this position.

• Operate forklifts and other equipment for moving hazardous waste materials.
• Conduct processes to consolidate containers and sort waste into the correct drums.
• Load trucks with up to 60 drums and ensure all items are properly labeled and counted.
• Perform 'strap & wrap' procedures to secure containers for transportation.
• Offload hazardous waste containers from trucks and trailers and prepare clean supplies for the next day.
• Perform quality checks and inventory management of chemical waste materials.

• Experience with hazardous material handling and chemical waste management.
• Forklift operation experience is preferred, certification is a plus.
• Ability to lift between 5-100 lbs, either manually or using equipment.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (training provided).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round and adapt to varying weather conditions.

• Previous experience in transportation or service centers is beneficial.
• Reliability and a long-term career outlook.

Enjoy growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and no seasonal layoffs. Employees receive valuable training and certifications, fostering professional development in a stable work environment.

The work environment is industrial, with operations primarily outdoors. Employees must be comfortable working in all seasons, with early start times to accommodate weather conditions. Safety gear, including steel toe boots, safety vests, safety glasses, and hard hats, is provided. Expect a full-time schedule with potential for overtime, ensuring a robust work‑life balance.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, Arizona.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills and interests.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.