Field Service Technician: Hazardous Cleanup & 24/7 Rescue

Ponder Environmental Services, Inc.; Benicia (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Life, Short-Term & Long-Term DI

Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay

Job summary

Ponder Environmental Services, Inc. in Benicia, CA, is seeking a Field Service Technician to support confined space entry, hazardous waste cleanup, tank and equipment maintenance, and related operations.

You'll perform heavy physical labor, operate a range of industrial gear, and participate in safety programs. Travel and overtime may be required; day shifts with potential emergencies.

Join a team that values safety, reliability, and hands-on problem solving in a 24/7 environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1–3 years of related labor experience in hazardous waste cleanup.
• Familiarity with respiratory protection and chemical hazards.
• Working knowledge of field equipment and gear.
• Strong problem-solving skills in fast-paced, physically demanding environments.
• Basic computer and smartphone app skills for timekeeping and communication.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy physical labor including lifting and moving heavy objects.
• Perform tank cleaning, hazardous waste cleanup, confined space entry/rescue, and industrial maintenance.
• Operate industrial equipment: pressure washers, vacuum trucks, water blasters, pumps, compressors, forklifts.
• Assist with job site setup including containments, barricading, trailer chocking, and equipment staging.
• Support emergency and scheduled cleanups by packaging waste, decontaminating areas, and chemical handling.
• Conduct thorough vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance.
• Follow safety protocols, wear PPE, and complete required training and documentation.
• Work in various weather conditions and temperatures both indoor and outdoor.
• Participate in monthly safety meetings and communicate with supervisors and team.
• Must be willing to travel and work overtime.
• Most routine operations occur during day shifts; emergencies can happen anytime.

Skills

Physical endurance

Safety consciousness

Problem solving

Timekeeping/app skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1-3 years related labor experience

HAZMAT Certification

40-Hour HAZWOPER with refresher

Confined Space Entry & Rescue

First Aid/CPR Certification

TWIC Card preferred

California Driver’s License

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Forklifts

Manlifts/Reair lifts

Respiratory protection knowledge

Job description

Ponder Environmental Services, Inc. in Benicia, CA, is seeking a Field Service Technician to support confined space entry, hazardous waste cleanup, tank and equipment maintenance, and related operations.

You'll perform heavy physical labor, operate a range of industrial gear, and participate in safety programs. Travel and overtime may be required; day shifts with potential emergencies.

Join a team that values safety, reliability, and hands-on problem solving in a 24/7 environment.