Materials Handler - Hazardous Waste

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMaterials Handler – Hazardous Waste

Position Type: Full-time, Non-exempt, Hourly

Reports to: Environmental Manager

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Location: Jacksonville, FL Manufacturing Facilities

Company Summary

Stellar Energy provides bespoke state-of-the-art solutions customers build in for optimized performance now, bridging a critical gap in the energy transition towards a better future. In business for over 25 years, we have added efficiency and capacity to customer infrastructure in more than 15 countries. More dispatchable power. Increased LNG production. Greater Data Center efficiency and lower costs. Lower emissions for greater sustainability. Hyperscale deployment at the best possible speed to first megawatt. All delivered with a 100% performance test passage rate.

Summary Objective

The Materials Handler – Hazardous Waste is responsible for the safe and compliant management of hazardous waste generated at the facility. This position performs hands-on hazardous waste handling activities, prepares waste for transport, supports regulatory compliance under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and responds to hazardous material spills or emergencies. The role requires use of powered industrial equipment, including forklifts, and close coordination with environmental, safety, and logistics personnel.

Essential Functions

Hazardous Waste Management

• Handle, label, move, consolidate, and store hazardous waste in accordance with RCRA, facility procedures, and applicable state regulations.
• Ensure hazardous waste containers are:
  • Properly labeled and marked
  • Kept closed except when adding or removing waste
  • Compatible with contents and free from leaks or deterioration
• Manage hazardous waste in Satellite Accumulation Areas (SAAs) and Central Accumulation Areas (CAAs) in compliance with regulatory time and quantity limits.

Waste Preparation & Transportation

• Prepare hazardous waste for off-site transport, including:
  • Container inspection and verification
  • Proper packaging, labeling, and placarding (as applicable)
  • Staging waste for pickup in designated areas
• Operate a forklift or other powered industrial equipment to safely move hazardous waste containers, pallets, and overpacks.
• Load and unload hazardous waste shipments in coordination with approved transporters.

Manifests & Documentation

• Sign hazardous waste manifests and shipping documents, as authorized.
• Manage shipping paperwork, including:
  • Manifests
  • Land Disposal Restriction (LDR) notifications
  • Waste profiles and supporting documentation
• Maintain accurate records related to hazardous waste handling and shipments.

Emergency Response

• Respond to hazardous material spills, releases, and emergencies in accordance with the facility RCRA Contingency Plan and Emergency Response procedures.
• Use spill response equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Notify appropriate internal and external responders as directed.

Compliance & Oversight

• Oversee day-to-day hazardous waste compliance activities under the direction of the Environmental Manager.
• Conduct routine inspections of hazardous waste areas and containers.
• Identify and report potential compliance issues, container deficiencies, or unsafe conditions.
• Assist with regulatory inspections, audits, and corrective actions.

Training & Regulatory Requirements

• Complete RCRA hazardous waste training in accordance with 40 CFR 262.17(a)(7) (for LQG facilities) or applicable generator requirements.
• Maintain forklift operator certification.
• Complete emergency response and spill response training.
• Participate in refresher training as required.

Work Location

This position will be worked out of our Normandy Manufacturing Facility in Jacksonville, FL. This position is not approved for telecommuting or working remotely. Or where the employee will physically work.

Work Environment
All work for this position will be performed on the manufacturing floor.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Workdays and hours may vary and may include Monday through Saturday between 6:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Travel
Some occasional travel may be necessary. Occasional travel to Stellar Energy facilities and training may be required.

Required Education and Experience.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience handling hazardous materials or industrial waste.
• Forklift operation experience (certification required or ability to obtain).
• Ability to read and understand safety data sheets (SDS), labels, and regulatory documents.
• Strong attention to detail and compliance.

Education and Experience

• Previous experience in hazardous waste management at an industrial or manufacturing facility.
• Familiarity with RCRA regulations and hazardous waste shipping requirements.
• Experience signing hazardous waste manifests.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Annual recertification is required

Work Authorization
Must be authorized to work in the USA.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to , , , sex, , , , or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.