Environmental Field Technician: Remediation & Spill Response

Sigma Earth; Hillsboro, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigma Earth in Hillsboro, OR is seeking a field technician to perform tank cleaning, spill cleanup, and other remediation activities on customer sites. The role includes confined space entry when required, responding to spills during and after hours, and maintaining cleanliness of worksites and equipment.

Candidates will work safely under established policies, with opportunities to operate pumps, generators, air compressors, light towers, pallet jacks, and skid steers.

Qualifications

• Read, write, and understand operational, technical, process, safety, and quality instructions.
• Knowledge of chemicals and ability to interpret Safety Data Sheets to understand precautions and hazard controls.
• Willingness to suggest improvements on work practices to meet departmental goals.
• Confidence to inform colleagues about unsafe work practices or hazardous conditions.
• Positive attitude with strong mental resilience.
• Ability to follow company policies and promote safety standards.
• Basic proficiency with tablets or PCs.
• Skilled in using hand tools, shop tools, and related instruments.
• Strong accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, stay focused, and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Current confined space entry certification preferred, or ability to obtain it after hiring; may be required in some locations.
• Valid driver’s licence may be required for certain positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, sweeping, shovelling, high-pressure washing, and other remediation activities.
• Carry out confined space entry work when required, including tasks in areas such as manholes and similar restricted spaces.
• Respond to customer spills and emergency situations during regular working hours and after-hours as needed.
• Maintain general housekeeping standards, including cleaning and maintaining equipment and worksites.
• Complete all duties safely and efficiently while following applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Set up and operate various equipment, including pumps, trailer-mounted generators, air compressors, light towers, pallet jacks, and skid steers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Tools

Pumps

Trailer-mounted generators

Air compressors

Light towers

Pallet jacks

Skid steers

Job description

Sigma Earth in Hillsboro, OR is seeking a field technician to perform tank cleaning, spill cleanup, and other remediation activities on customer sites. The role includes confined space entry when required, responding to spills during and after hours, and maintaining cleanliness of worksites and equipment.

Candidates will work safely under established policies, with opportunities to operate pumps, generators, air compressors, light towers, pallet jacks, and skid steers.