Environmental Field Technician

Republic Services; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, is seeking Field Technicians to respond to scheduled and emergency calls. Responsibilities include hazardous waste cleanup, ensuring health and safety practices, and working under varying conditions. The ideal candidate will hold a valid driver's license and be able to lift over 50lbs. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a robust 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Alcohol testing.
• Able to read, write, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely response to scheduled and emergency calls.
• Perform cleanups and remediation of hazardous waste.
• Work under adverse conditions and wear PPE when necessary.

Skills

Confined space entry

Hazardous waste remediation

Ability to lift >50lbs

Education

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The primary purpose of the position is to ensure that scheduled and Emergency Response Calls are answered in a timely manner Field Technicians are responsible for clean ups, spills, COVID and Hazmat Decon work and other duties delegated by management that are within the scope of work.

Principle Responsibilities

• Perform work under the direct guidance of a Supervisor or Foreman involving the remediation of cleanup regarding hazardous waste and materials.
• Ensures that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
• Daily work will involve confined space entry such as manholes, tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, sweeping and shoveling, high pressure washing and various other remedial activities.
• Ability to work a rotating shift, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. “On-Call” based on the rotating “On-Call” schedule for Emergency Response. May require out of town travel. Length of travel will be dependent on service center and on-going projects
• Ability to work under adverse conditions (heat & cold)
• Physically able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary and lift > 50lbs routinely
• Accountability and punctuality
• Performs other, related tasks as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Pass a Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Alcohol testing
• Pass a Pre-Employment Background Screening
• Pass the Company's Auto Insurance Qualifiers
• Pass the OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training
• Must be able to obtain Transportation Worker (TWIC) clearance. This may not be applicable to all divisions. If required, must get within first 45 days of employment
• Able to read, write, and understand the English language, and able to follow verbal and written instructions

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.