Waste Technician

Waste Technician

At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission is just as important as the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our "Shareholders," the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core the core of everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our clients, the various branches of the federal government. We engage in our local markets, so community service is embedded into our process.

Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth, and competitive benefits. We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level.

The Aleut Federal motto is "We are One" because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.

Position Summary:

Under direct supervision, the technician will perform tasks involving physical labor for large and small deactivation, decommissioning, demolition, environmental remediation and/or construction projects, to include all phases of the project. Typically, the Waste Operations group prepares, filling, loading, and unloading of waste containers. May involve other project activities as directed by the supervisor to include fueling and operation of hand and power tools and other light powered equipment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Load, unload, and identify materials, machinery, and tools, and distribute them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans and specifications.
• Provide assistance to waste personnel preparing and loading waste containers.
• Fuel heavy equipment.
• Read and interpret plans, instructions, and specifications to determine work activities.
• Perform equipment inspections and perform minor maintenance at the direction of the Superintendent.
• Control traffic and serve as a spotter for heavy equipment in and around the work area.
• Assist with loading and securement of waste containers.
• Clean and prepare remediation sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Identify, pack, and transport hazardous and/or radioactive materials.
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.

Physical Demands:

• Must possess strength, stamina and mobility to perform heavy physical work outdoors in all weather conditions and with exposure to potentially hazardous
• Use varied hand and power tools and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of

Work Environment:

• This role can be on a hybrid schedule. Travel will be required.
• This position requires regularly working in outside weather conditions. Regularly work near moving mechanical parts and frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.
• Occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and may require hearing protection.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check which includes 7-year employment verification, Department of Motor Vehicles record search, criminal record search.
• Ability to pass HAZWOPER physical and wear a respirator as required for
• Must be available for short-to-long-term assignments that will require overnight travel. Per diem and expenses will be provided.

Qualifications:

• High School or GED is required at the very minimum.
• 1-5 years of directly related construction experience; or an equivalent combination of education, including apprenticeship program or vocational/technical school, and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed below.
• Prior experience working on government installation, base, or facility preferred.
• CPR & First Aid training is a plus.
• Ability to read and understand measuring tools and devices, warning signs and labels on a construction site.
• Ability to interpret plans, drawings, and written instructions and specifications.
• Ability to read and understand work orders and organize work with minimum
• Ability to work effectively and amicably with other
• Ability to hear and speak, to communicate in-person and over a telephone and/or
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of hand and power
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written
• Ability to work independently or in a team
• Possess basic problem-solving and math

Pay rate: $31.47/hour

Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Health insurance
• Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• 401 (k) and match

Aleut Federal, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AF expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.