Environmental Technician on First Shift

Ascentek; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental and Vision Insurance

FSA/HSA options

Paid parental leave

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Pet Insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Uniforms and PPE

Job summary

Ascentek is seeking an Environmental Technician to support industrial customers by performing preventive maintenance and fluid service on metalworking equipment at client sites. This entry-level role focuses on hands-on learning, safety, and building customer relationships while ensuring smooth production operations.

Responsibilities include maintenance, fluid handling, and assisting with chemical solutions, with travel to customer locations and adherence to EHSS guidelines.

Qualifications

• Commitment to workplace safety and reliability.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures.
• Willingness to learn industrial maintenance and fluid service processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on metalworking fluid systems at customer sites.
• Remove, recycle, and dispose of metalworking fluids and related materials.
• Assist with mixing, diluting, and verifying chemical solutions used in processes.
• Set up and operate service equipment for machine cleaning and fluid management.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas at customer facilities.

Skills

Safety mindset

Strong communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklifts

Hand tools

Job description

Description

With a purpose t o make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities ,Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day.

What you will enjoy by being a part of a 2026 USA Great Place to Work certified company:

A position that is: Hourly, Full-time, Mon-Fri, 1st shift

• Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA/HSA options
• Paid parental leave
• Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Pet Insurance Benefits
• 21 Paid Days Off
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Stylish company provided uniforms and personal protective equipment

The Environmental Technician supports industrial customers by performing preventive maintenance and fluid service on metalworking equipment and systems. Working alongside experienced teammates, this role helps maintain machine performance, fluid quality, and safe working environments at customer facilities. Technicians travel to customer locations to clean equipment, remove and replace industrial fluids, and support service projects that keep production operations running smoothly. This entry-level role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, learning technical equipment, and building relationships with customers while delivering dependable service.

• Perform preventive maintenance and cleaning on industrial machinery and metalworking fluid systems at customer sites
• Remove, replace, recycle, and process metalworking fluids and related materials
• Collect, transport, and properly dispose of used fluids, waste, and debris in accordance with safety procedures
• Follow established service checklists and work instructions to complete maintenance tasks accurately
• Assist with mixing, diluting, and verifying chemical solutions used in industrial metalworking processes
• Set up and operate service equipment used for machine cleaning and fluid management
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area at customer facilities and service locations
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and service equipment as required for job tasks
• Drive company service vehicles to customer locations and maintain vehicle readiness and basic inventory
• Communicate effectively with teammates and customers while working in active manufacturing environments
• Identify and report safety risks, equipment issues, or improvement opportunities during service wor
• Support continuous improvement efforts that increase efficiency, service quality, and customer satisfaction
• Follow all EHSS policies, safety procedures, and required PPE guidelines while performing work
• Represent Ascentek professionally by delivering dependable service and building positive customer relationships

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Experience and/or Training:

• Previous experience in manufacturing, janitorial, warehouse, labor, or industrial environments preferred
• Willingness to learn industrial maintenance, preventative maintenance, and fluid service processes
• Ability to perform repetitive and physically demanding work safely
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and standardized procedures

License/Certification:

• Valid driver’s license depending on assignment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to communicate effectively with teammates and customers
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to complete recurring tasks accurately and consistently
• Previous industrial cleaning or manufacturing experience
• Experience operating forklifts or material handling equipment
• Familiarity with industrial equipment or fluid handling processes
• Experience working in customer-facing environments
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting throughout shifts
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds independently
• Exposure to industrial equipment, chemicals, coolants, and manufacturing environments
• Ability to maneuver around machinery and confined workspaces
• Work performed at customer manufacturing and industrial facilities

At Ascentek, we are committed to providing accurate and up-to-date information about our career opportunities. For the most accurate job descriptions, salary details, and benefit information, we encourage you to visit our official careers page at https://www.ascentek.com/careers/ .

Ascentek is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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