Environmental Warehouse Technician 1st Shift Louisville KY
Midwest Environmental Services, IncEnvironmental Warehouse Technician Join a Team That Makes a Difference Midwest Environmental Services, Inc. has proudly served the environmental services industry for more than 40 years. With locations in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, we specialize in industrial cleaning, industrial waste transportation and disposal, materials recycling, emergency response, used oil recycling, wastewater services, material storage, and site remediation. As an industry leader, Midwest Environmental Services is committed to safety, environmental stewardship, and exceptional customer service. We are currently seeking a motivated, safety-conscious Environmental Warehouse Technician to join our growing team. This position offers a hands-on career opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in a team environment, solving challenges in the field, and making a direct impact on environmental and industrial projects throughout the Midwest. Essential Job Functions Help drive continuous improvement initiatives within warehouses and operational environments. Ensure accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments, inventory, and waste materials. Assist in the daily operation of facility and field service activities. Load and unload waste materials, equipment, and supplies as required. Operate light and heavy equipment, including pumps, vacuum equipment, generators, forklifts, pressure washing equipment, and other company equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Perform environmental services activities including tank cleaning, remedial work, pressure washing, drum handling, waste management support, and equipment decontamination. Respond to emergency situations, including chemical spills, water spills, and other emergency response activities. Collect, document, and verify samples of incoming and outgoing materials in a timely and accurate manner. Prepare and maintain required documentation related to waste management, transportation, inventory, and regulatory compliance. Assist in monitoring inventory levels, issuing supply requisitions, and coordinating material orders. Work safely in confined spaces, elevated heights, industrial facilities, and customer locations. Properly wear and maintain all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, metatarsal boots, gloves, and any site-specific safety equipment. Participate in respirator fit testing and maintain a clean-shaven appearance when required to ensure proper respirator seal and compliance. Review, understand, and acknowledge all required OSHA and company safety documentation. Maintain awareness of surroundings and actively promote a safe work environment for employees, customers, and the public. Ensure all work areas, equipment, and materials are clean, organized, and stored in designated locations. Identify and distinguish hazardous and non-hazardous materials and follow proper handling procedures. Follow verbal, written, and electronic instructions while adhering to company policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards. Work effectively as a team member while demonstrating reliability, accountability, and a willingness to learn. Perform work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, and other environmental conditions. Maintain flexibility to work irregular schedules, extended hours, weekends, holidays, and respond to emergency response with short notice. Meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, walking, bending, crouching, climbing, and repetitive hand movements. Travel as required to customer sites, project locations, and emergency response operations. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in warehouse operations, environmental services, industrial cleaning, waste management, construction, manufacturing, or a related field preferred, but not required. Strong commitment to workplace safety…