Environmental Field Technician II - Hazmat & Spill Response

Republic Services; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

EAP

Job summary

Republic Services seeks a Field Technician II to support environmental services operations in Phoenix. You will perform tank cleaning, spill cleanup, and decontamination tasks, operating light and heavy equipment, and responding to emergencies as needed.

The role requires 2–4 years of related experience, HAZWOPER training upon hire, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. A safety-conscious mindset and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to pass 40-hour HAZWOPER training on hire.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs; operate light/heavy equipment.
• Experience responding to hazardous and non-hazardous emergencies or cleanup.

Responsibilities

• Perform tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, decontamination, and related cleanup tasks.
• Operate equipment (roll-off, vacuum, forklift, skid steer) for remediation work.
• Respond to customer spills during and after hours, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Maintain vehicle logs and complete pre/post-Trip DOT inspections.
• Follow safety policies and assist training of less experienced team members.

Skills

Read/write procedures

Hand & shop tools

Hazard data sheets literacy

Hazmat awareness

Tablet/PC proficiency

Heavy equipment operation

Tools

Forklift

Pallet-jack

Skid steer

Roll-off truck

Vacuum truck

Box trucks

Job description

Republic Services seeks a Field Technician II to support environmental services operations in Phoenix. You will perform tank cleaning, spill cleanup, and decontamination tasks, operating light and heavy equipment, and responding to emergencies as needed.

The role requires 2–4 years of related experience, HAZWOPER training upon hire, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. A safety-conscious mindset and teamwork are essential for success.