Hazardous Materials Handler needed in Huntsville(Apply Now)
Huntsville Opportunity: Hazardous Materials Handler
Quick Facts
- OPENING in Huntsville: Part-Time Hazardous Materials Handler
- Team: Waste Management (Huntsville Branch)
- Worksite: Huntsville Area
- Work in Huntsville, TX.
- Join Waste Management and grow your skills.
Compensation
- Starting Pay: $23-$30/hr ($26.75/hr)
- Perks: Fast-paced environment.
- Great for supplemental income.
Company Overview: Waste Management offers comprehensive hazardous material solutions, protecting worker safety and environmental compliance across industrial, commercial, and healthcare manufacturing partners.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As a Hazardous Materials Handler, you execute safe receiving, sorting, labeling, drum consolidation, and staging of regulated chemicals and hazardous waste products inside treatment and storage facilities. You operate forklifts to maneuver chemical totes and drums, inspect container integrity to prevent leaks, apply proper DOT hazard labels, and complete chemical waste manifests. You also maintain clean spill containment bays and strictly adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site facility presence (zero remote capability).
Qualifications & Benefits: High School Diploma or GED required alongside a valid 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification. Requires 1+ years of experience handling hazardous materials, chemical manufacturing, or industrial waste processing, along with forklift operator certification. Offers competitive hazard pay rates, complete health/dental coverage, 401(k) company match, paid time off, and protective gear allowances.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Hazardous Materials Handler needed in Huntsville position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $23 - $30. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Huntsville.
Where is this Hazardous Materials Handler needed in Huntsville job located?
This position is based in Huntsville, TX. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Huntsville.
Do I need a forklift certification for this role?
No prior forklift certification is required. Waste Management provides free, paid on-site training and certification for all powered industrial truck (PIT) equipment including forklifts, clamp trucks, and order pickers.
How many hours per week is this part-time Hazardous Materials Handler needed in Huntsville 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.
