Proven hazmat technician at UPS, adept in maintaining safety and enhancing efficiency. Excelled in emergency response and waste management, showcasing strong attention to detail and exceptional multitasking abilities. Achieved significant reductions in waste handling times by implementing innovative organization techniques, underlining a commitment to results and safety.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Designated Responder (hazmat Technician)
United Parcel Service, UPS
03.2023 - Current
Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
Sampled and characterized waste to generate accurate materials profiles.
Maximized protections by accurately labeling hazardous waste containers in line with environmental and safety requirements.
Handled emergency spills and environmental cleanup requests with organized approach.
Arranged pick-ups, managed documentation and reported quantities of waste to help coordinators make appropriate planning decisions.
Removed soil, debris and other materials from spill sites and placed in appropriate containers.
Cleaned up biohazards and industrial waste by carefully following optimal safety protocols.
Prepared containers for long-distance shipping and coordinated transportation with contractors.
Managed disposal of non-hazardous and special waste materials
Maintained a clean work environment by promptly addressing spills or leaks using appropriate absorbents or neutralizing agents as needed.
Mitigated environmental risks through proper containment, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials according to industry standards.
Contributed to efficient incident response efforts by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on chemical properties, reactions, and appropriate countermeasures for various substances found in the facility.
Prevented potential exposure incidents by effectively communicating safety guidelines and expectations to new team members during onboarding.
Cleaned mold-contaminated sites by removing damaged porous materials or thoroughly cleaning contaminated nonporous materials.
Package Handler
United Parcel Service, UPS
07.2020 - 03.2023
Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Exceeded performance expectations during peak seasons, managing high volumes of shipments without compromising on quality or timeliness.
Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.