Environmental Technician I-III

INSERV - Environmental & Industrial Services; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 83,097,000; Full time

Job summary

INSERV - Environmental & Industrial Services seeks Environmental Technicians at Tech I, II, or III to support field operations across regional client sites. Entry-level candidates can learn quickly, while experienced technicians can lead and train teams.

The role emphasizes safety training and ongoing professional development. We offer a clear career path and opportunities to work on diverse tasks in dynamic environments, with on-the-job certifications and practical training to advance through

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required; CDL preferred for higher tiers.
• Baseline safety credentials: OSHA 10, AEP, NIMS IC 100/700.
• Advanced: HAZWOPER, Confined Space Entry, IDEM UST Class C, OSRO qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on field operations including cleaning, remediation, and spill response.
• Operate light equipment and progress to specialized assets.
• Uphold safety guidelines and regulatory compliance; act as safety leader/trainer.
• Log daily field activities via mobile CRM and manage documents.

Skills

Safety focus

Hands-on aptitude

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL

Mobile data entry

Job description

Are you looking to build a hands-on career in the environmental and industrial services industry? We are hiring Environmental Technicians at Level I, II, or III, offering clear career progression, ongoing safety training, and the opportunity to perform vital field operations across our regional client sites.

Whether you are entry-level and eager to learn or an experienced technician ready to lead and train others, we have a place for you on our team.

• Clear Career Path: Structured progression from entry-level labor (Tech I) to specialized technician (Tech II) and field leader/trainer (Tech III).
• Certifications & Training: On-the-job training and certification support (HAZWOPER, Confined Space Entry, CDL support).
• Dynamic Work Environment: Variety in daily tasks- no two days on client sites or emergency responses are exactly alike.

Compensation

$19 - $29 hourly

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred for higher tiers), and reliable transportation, with baseline physical capabilities including regular lifting up to 50 lbs and comfort with protective gear and respirators. Background and certification requirements scale with experience: entry-level candidates require foundational safety credentials (OSHA 10, AEP, NIMS IC 100/700), while advanced-level candidates require proven industry experience and specialized certifications, including HAZWOPER, Confined Space Entry, IDEM UST Class C, advanced NIMS training, OSRO qualifications, or designated trainer credentials.
• Ability to wear protective suits (Class C for Level I; Class B for Levels II/III) and respirators (half-face or full-face).
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions and tolerance for strong odors associated with industrial waste streams.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hand and power tools.
• Proficiency using smartphones or tablets for digital daily logs and forms.Close attention to detail with an unwavering focus on job-site safety and hazard recognition.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Across all levels, Environmental Technicians deliver hands-on industrial cleaning, remediation, and emergency spill response services while ensuring strict safety and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities scale based on experience and certifications:
• Field Operations & Labor: Performing hands-on tasks ranging from basic power washing, material movement, and sampling to complex hazardous waste handling, site remediation, and confined space entry.
• Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Operating light machinery like forklifts and mini-excavators, advancing to specialized assets such as vacuum trucks, manlifts, and dump trucks, alongside field troubleshooting and minor repairs.
• Safety, Compliance & Leadership: Following core safety guidelines and reporting hazards, executing regulatory-compliant material management and air monitoring, and serving as a Job Safety Leader, emergency response point person, and staff trainer.
• Documentation & Logistics: Logging daily field activities via mobile CRM tools, supporting job staging and inventory, and overseeing critical regulatory documentation, including waste profiles, manifests, and Bills of Lading.