Kennedy Valve-Environmental Technician - Kennedy Valve

 Kennedy Valve, a member of the McWane family of companies, is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly company. We have been an active community partner in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years.

People providing peace of mind water solutions.

To save lives, resources, and property by supplying the best waterworks and fire protection products in the world.

Our culture is important to us and forms the foundation for everything we do. Successful Team Members will embrace and perform in accordance with our following core values:

Safety:  People First – Step Up

Environment:  Protect Our Communities – Keep It Clean

Leadership:  I am Always On Stage – First Manage My Own Words & Behaviors

Accountability:  Lead Myself Well – Own It, Correct It, Learn From It, Move On

Excellence:  Always Working To Be Better – Value & Add Value

Trust:  The Speed Of Trust – Build, Don’t Break

Teamwork:  Help Each Other Be Great – Win Together

Communication:  Clear, Candid, & Constructive – Right Words, Right Time, Right 

WHY KENNEDY VALVE?
Kennedy Valve offers great wages, stability, and benefits packages:
 
•    Competitive Salary
•    Two weeks’ Vacation prorated for the first year of employment 
•    Twelve paid Holidays
•    Retirement 401k- 50% company match on 4% employee contribution
•    Educational Reimbursement after one year
•    Competitive Medical Benefits/Cost
 

Salary Range:$52,924-$65,377 

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Environmental Engineer, will assist in keeping Kennedy Valve proactive in environmental compliance and stewardship activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    Assist in environmental inspections, record-keeping, and documentation to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

•    Assist with waste stream management (hazardous, electronic, universal, regulated medical, non-hazardous, and scrap waste). 
•    Ensure waste streams are maintained, managed, disposed of, or transported according to regulations. 
•    Assist in the facilitation of waste reduction and sustainability at the facility.
•    Assist with day-to-day environmental systems data collection through use of technology/software programs to maintain or exceed compliance expectations of local, state, and federal government organizations.
•    Regular interaction with all levels of team members including division and corporate management will be required as part of this position. 
•    Assist in compliance reviews, general risk assessments, and other safety assessments.
•    Assist with the company’s environmental management system (EMS) and apply Kennedy Valve/McWane work instructions. 
•    Assist with environmental auditing, regulatory reporting, and participate in internal third party and regulatory compliance audits.
•    Attend professional development and continuing education programs as required.
•    Maintain a professional demeanor; provide friendly and courteous customer service.

REQUIREMENTS:

•    Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field, preferred.
•    1 to 5 years of work experience as an Environmental Technician in metal casting, metal fabrication, metal forming /stamping industries, preferred.
•    A working understanding of environmental regulations is strongly desired. Experience in industrial hygiene, risk assessment/management is a plus.
•    Effective written, technical, and oral communication skills.
•    Proficient user of MS Office programs; especially Excel.
•    Initiative-taking attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven work environment.
•    Attention to detail through ambitious goal setting and productive project management.
•    Firm foundation of trust through excellent verbal and written communication. 
•    Projects a consistent, reliable presence that inspires calm and confidence in team members. 
•    Sound technical, leadership, and problem-solving skills. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

•    Standing for extended periods of time, walking throughout the facility on a daily basis, some daily deskwork is required.
•    Ability to walk on a variety of surfaces (wet, slippery, snowy, sandy, etc.)
•    Working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
•    Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
•    Ability to bend, reach, stoop, climb, kneel, and crouch.
•    Ability to work at elevated heights. 
•    Must be able to wear a respirator.
 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

•    Exposed to elements, such as cold, heat, noise, dust, odors, fumes, etc. 
•    Work time is spent on the manufacturing floor and in a managerial office.
•    Potential for overtime and weekend coverage depending on project or emergencies.
•    Minimal travel requirements to other McWane facilities and suppliers, attending training, and professional development opportunities.
•    Must be able/willing to drive a powered industrial vehicle. 
•    Must be able to operate a pallet jack.    
•    Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Kennedy Valve is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing. McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex), ancestry, protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

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.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.