FIELD SERVICE ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNICIAN

Environmental Restoration LLC; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive health benefits

401K eligibility with company match

Paid time off

Company paid training

Job summary

A hazardous waste management company based in Merrillville, IN, seeks an Emergency Response Environmental Technician to assist with hazardous waste clean-up and site remediation. Responsibilities include emergency response, operating equipment, and maintaining safety protocols. Candidates must pass background checks, obtain OSHA certification, and be prepared for physically demanding tasks. Competitive wages and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for career growth in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must pass Pre-Employment drug screening, criminal background check, and physical exam.
• Clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Perform hazardous materials emergency response activities.
• Ensure health and safety by following established protocols.
• Perform labor-intensive tasks in various weather conditions.
• Operate and maintain light and heavy equipment.
• Maintain warehouse and perform building maintenance.

Skills

Ability to work in physically intensive role

Ability to wear personal protective equipment

Strong communication skills

Education

OSHA (40 hour) Certification

Environmental or hazardous waste experience

Job description

The Opening

We are currently seeking an Emergency Response Environmental Technician to be based out of our Merrillville, IN office to assist with hazardous waste clean-up, site remediation, equipment decontamination, and handling of hazardous materials.

FIELD SERVICE ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNICIAN

We are currently seeking an Emergency Response Environmental Technician to be based out of our Merrillville, IN office to assist with hazardous waste clean-up, site remediation, equipment decontamination, and handling of hazardous materials.

Why work for Environmental Restoration?

• Competitive wages
• 100% Employee Owned and Operated
• Career growth potential
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage
• 401K eligibility after one year with company match
• Paid time off and company paid training
• Positive and safe work environments
• Health and Safety is our #1 priority: PROS - Pause, Review, Observe, Start

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following PROS – Pause, Review, Observe, Start
• Performs non-emergency and emergency response activities involving hazardous materials
• Performs labor intensive activities in all weather conditions throughout the shift
• Works in atmospheres with low clearances, confined spaces, and at heights
• Operates and works around light and heavy equipment including skid steers, forklifts, and pressure washers
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on equipment
• Maintains warehouse, stocks supplies, and performs building maintenance
• Available for emergency response work after-hours and on weekends
• Travel is required
• Maintains an excellent driving history

What does it take to work at Environmental Restoration?

• Pass a Pre-Employment drug screening, criminal background check, and physical exam
• Legally eligible to work in the United States (Verified through E-Verify)
• Willingness to obtain OSHA (40 hour) Certification
• Ability and willingness to work in a physically intensive role
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to interpret and follow written and oral instructions and assignments
• Clean driving record

Environmental experience, hazardous waste experience and certification (i.e. OSHA 40hr HAZWOPER), CDL, heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience is a plus.

Join our team today!

To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at www.erllc.com.

About Environmental Restoration LLC

Environmental Restoration LLC has been an industry leading provider of cost-effective Hazardous Waste Material Management and Removal services since 1997. From our St. Louis Corporate Headquarters and our 24 regional offices across the United States, ER provides Federal, State, and Local agencies as well as private sector clients nationwide with Emergency Response, Site Remediation, Environmental Construction, and Specialty Technical Services.

Environmental Restoration LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and as such, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, genetic information, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or national origin.