Environmental Technician

Job Title: Technician

Job Description

Aerotek is hiring immediately for an environmental technician in Providence, RI! We are currently hiring for laborers to work in our warehouse type facility working with drums of material. You will be labeling, sorting, and moving drums around the facility using pallet jacks and forklifts. This role is on 2nd shift and pays $20 - $21 an hour. Certification for the 40-Hour HAZWOPER will be provided. This position is full time offering competitive pay and benefits!

Responsibilities

• Transport and handle drums of waste, ensuring correct identification of substances.

• Load and unload drums onto trucks safely and efficiently.

• Separate hazardous and non-hazardous waste and place them in designated warehouse areas.

• Maintain the cleanliness of the warehouse through regular sweeping.

Essential Skills

• 1+ year of experience in environmental labor.

• Strong work ethic and a desire to succeed.

• Basic understanding of environmental science and remediation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus but not required.

• OSHA 10 certification preferred.

• Experience in construction, general labor, or mechanical work.

Why Work Here?

Be part of a large, growing company that values career development. Enjoy strong and competitive benefits with opportunities to advance, including the potential to become a Tech 2 within 6 months to a year. Experience a supportive and dynamic work environment that fosters growth and learning.

Work Environment

The role involves working both indoors and outdoors in the environmental field. The work shift is Monday through Friday, from 12 PM to 8:30 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Providence, RI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $21.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Providence,RI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.