Student Friendly:Environmental Services Technician(Columbia)
Columbia Opportunity: Environmental Services Technician
Why This Role?
- OPENING in Columbia: Part-Time Environmental Services Technician
- Team: Waste Management (Columbia Branch)
- Location: Columbia, MO (Local Candidates Only)
- Work in Columbia, MO.
- Join Waste Management and grow your skills.
Pay & Perks
- Est. Earnings: $24-$31/hr ($28.00/hr)
- Perks: Employee discounts.
- Weekly pay options often available.
Company Overview: Waste Management offers comprehensive environmental solutions, helping commercial, healthcare, and industrial partners meet sustainability targets through advanced waste auditing and environmental compliance programs.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As an Environmental Services Technician, you perform field water sampling, landfill gas monitoring, surface emissions testing, and site remediation activities across regional facility locations. You operate environmental testing instrumentation, collect soil/water samples for laboratory analysis, log calibration metrics into environmental compliance databases, and maintain site containment infrastructure. You also assist site engineers during regulatory EPA inspections and maintain emergency response equipment. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site technical field presence (zero remote capability).
Qualifications & Benefits: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or Chemistry preferred. Requires 1+ years of field sampling or environmental lab experience and familiarity with EPA testing methods. Offers competitive technical hourly pay rates, complete medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) company match, paid time off, and career advancement into Environmental Engineering roles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Environmental Services Technician position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $24 - $31. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Columbia.
Where is this Environmental Services Technician job located?
This position is based in Columbia, MO. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Columbia.
How many hours per week is this part-time Environmental Services Technician 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 pay weekly for this role?
Waste Management offers weekly pay options for eligible associates. Your pay schedule will be confirmed during the onboarding process at the Columbia facility.
Do Waste Management employees get discounts?
Yes, Waste Management associates enjoy employee discounts and other perks. Exact discount details and eligibility are provided during orientation.
