Environmental Field Technician/Laborer

SET Environmental Inc; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

SET Environmental Inc. is seeking an ER/Field Technician to join our on-site team in Wheeling, IL. The role emphasizes health and safety, assisting on various environmental projects, and supporting crew operations in all weather conditions.

The position requires the ability to perform physical labor, lift up to 50 lbs, and respond to both scheduled and emergency projects, with a preference for candidates with OSHA HAZWOPER training or the ability to obtain it.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow SET safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform physical labor and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to read and interpret basic instructions and maps.
• Must be flexible to changes in work schedule and on-call availability.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety of crew, customer, and site by adhering to SET safety policies and procedures.
• Take an active role on crews by participating in both scheduled and emergency response projects.
• Assist in loading equipment and supplies for project needs.
• Exert moderate physical effort, including lifting up to 50lbs.
• Work in a variety of weather conditions.
• Support various environmental projects including confined space entry, remediation, waterway response, and hazardous materials cleanup.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as necessary.

Skills

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

English proficiency

HAZWOPER awareness

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Description

An ER/Field Technician at SET Environmental is responsible to:

• Ensure the health and safety of the crew, customer, and site by adhering to SET safety policies and procedures by identifying, communicating, and mitigating hazards
• Take an active role on crews by participating in both scheduled and emergency response-based projects
• Assist in loading equipment and supplies for project needs
• Exert moderate physical effort, including lifting up to 50lbs
• Work in a variety of weather conditions
• Support various environmental projects ranging from, but not limited to:
  • Confined Space Entry - CSE
  • Environmental remediation
  • Waterway response
  • Hazardous materials clean up
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as necessary

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Must be over 21 years old
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER or ability to obtain
• Must be flexible to changes in work schedule and be available for on-call
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to perform physical labor under direction of crew leads
• Ability to respond to out-of-town projects as needed
• Ability to speak, read, and write English sufficiently
• Industry/Construction experience preferred but not required
• Valid Driver's License with good driving record that meets SET insurance requirements