Field Equipment Technician I (Water Blast & Vacuum)

MPW Industrial Services, Inc.; Steubenville (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Time off

Volunteer time off

Referral bonus

Wellness program

Training & development

Team environment

Career stability

Job summary

MPW Industrial Services, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Technician I to safely operate specialized industrial equipment while supporting environmental and industrial cleaning projects at customer sites.

In this hands-on role, you'll help deliver high-quality service by maintaining equipment, assisting field crews, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently to MPW standards. The ideal candidate will have a safety-first mindset, basic mechanical knowledge, and the ability to perform

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical training preferred; some high school considered.
• 1–2 years hands-on equipment maintenance or heavy equipment experience preferred.
• Mechanical knowledge and experience with industrial equipment preferred.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• MPW certification to operate at least one designated piece of equipment or the ability to obtain certification.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform heavy manual labor.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial equipment including water blasting, vacuum, and wash truck systems at customer locations.
• Set up water blast hoses, vacuum hoses, and other equipment needed to safely complete projects.
• Transport equipment to and from customer job sites.
• Perform minor repairs and routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment in the field.
• Monitor and maintain proper oil, fluid, and equipment operating levels.
• Assist field crews with manual labor and industrial cleaning activities as needed.
• Use specialized equipment to remove materials through vacuuming, water blasting, and pipe, tube, or hole lancing.
• Inspect equipment before returning it to the branch location.
• Support labor personnel to ensure projects are completed safely and on schedule.

Skills

Safety mindset

Mechanical aptitude

Dependability

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or vocational training

Tools

Water Blaster

Wet/Dry Vacuum

Wash Truck

Job description

MPW Industrial Services, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Technician I to safely operate specialized industrial equipment while supporting environmental and industrial cleaning projects at customer sites.

In this hands-on role, you'll help deliver high-quality service by maintaining equipment, assisting field crews, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently to MPW standards. The ideal candidate will have a safety-first mindset, basic mechanical knowledge, and the ability to perform