Environmental Services Field Technician I

Clean Harbors; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER (or ability toob

Valid driver's license with clean 3dr

Forklift or equipment operation cert (

First Aid/CPR certification (preferred

Job summary

Clean Harbors is seeking an entry-level Field Service Technician I to support environmental and industrial service projects at client sites. You'll assist with setup, operation, and maintenance of vacuum trucks, pressure washers, and related systems in a safety-first, team-oriented environment.

You will follow procedures, handle materials under supervision, perform basic inspections, and communicate professionally with customers while building practical environmental compliance and technical

Qualifications

• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification or ability to obtain.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Forklift or equipment operation certification preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup, operation, and shutdown of equipment at client sites.
• Follow safety, environmental, and company procedures, including PPE.
• Handle hazardous and non-hazardous materials under supervision.
• Perform basic inspections and routine maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Support spill response and waste removal projects as directed.
• Complete basic service reports and documentation on time.
• Communicate professionally with customers and team members.
• Participate in safety meetings and training to improve skills.
• Mechanical troubleshooting and basic electrical/mechanical repair.
• Operate equipment (pumps, vac trucks, pressure washers).
• Follow hazardous waste handling procedures; apply lockout/tagout.
• Read work orders and service documentation.
• PPE use and decontamination procedures.
• Document using basic computer/mobile reporting tools.

Skills

HAZWOPER Certification

Driver's license

Forklift operation

First Aid/CPR

Job description

Clean Harbors is seeking a Field Service Technician I to support environmental and industrial service projects at client sites. In this entry-level, field-based role, you'll assist with setup, operation, and basic maintenance of industrial cleaning and environmental service equipment, including vacuum trucks, pressure washers, and related systems. You will follow strict safety and environmental procedures, handle hazardous materials under supervision, complete basic documentation, and interact professionally with customers while supporting a safety-first, team-oriented culture focused on protecting the environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup, operation, and shutdown of industrial cleaning and environmental service equipment at client sites
• Follow all safety, environmental, and company procedures, including proper PPE use and hazard controls
• Handle and transfer hazardous and non-hazardous materials under supervision, ensuring regulatory compliance
• Perform basic inspections and routine maintenance on tools, hoses, and equipment to ensure safe operation
• Support spill response, industrial cleaning, and waste removal projects as directed by senior technicians or supervisors
• Complete basic service reports, logs, and documentation accurately and on time
• Communicate professionally with customers and team members, representing Clean Harbors' safety-first culture
• Participate in safety meetings, drills, and ongoing training to build technical and environmental compliance skills
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Basic electrical/mechanical repair
• Equipment operation (pumps, vac trucks, pressure washers)
• Hazardous waste handling procedures
• OSHA and HAZWOPER safety practices
• Lockout/tagout procedures
• Reading work orders and service documentation
• PPE use and decontamination procedures
• Basic computer and mobile reporting tools
• Customer service communication

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER (or ability to obtain)
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Forklift or equipment operation certification (preferred)
• First Aid/CPR certification (preferred)

Qualifications

• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER (or ability to obtain)
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Forklift or equipment operation certification (preferred)
• First Aid/CPR certification (preferred)