Field Hazmat & Spill Cleanup Tech III

Republic Services; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision plans

Health care spending accounts

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Primary duties include tank cleaning, decontamination, equipment operation, and compliance with safety policies. The position requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work in potentially hazardous settings.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of relevant work experience.
• Must pass 40-hour HAZWOPER training upon hire.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work in and around chemicals with safety as a priority.

Responsibilities

• Perform tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, and related remedial tasks.
• Respond to customer spills and emergencies during and after business hours.
• Operate light and heavy equipment (forklift, skid steer, pumps, trucks).
• Maintain vehicle logs and safety compliance; conduct basic reports and documentation.

Skills

Safety awareness

Hazmat knowledge

Team leadership

Reading comprehension

Equipment operation

Attention to detail

SDS literacy

Safety practices

Job description

Primary duties include tank cleaning, decontamination, equipment operation, and compliance with safety policies. The position requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work in potentially hazardous settings.