Field Service Technician I

Covanta; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Life and AD&D insurance

Educational assistance

Job summary

Reworld is seeking a Field Technician in Sumter, South Carolina. This entry-level role performs a variety of labor tasks on Reworld projects, with extensive travel required and a strong emphasis on safety, compliance, and teamwork.

You’ll work with EH&S, HR and Training to stay current on training and screenings while supporting field operations. The position offers hands-on experience in sustainable waste solutions, competitive pay, and a benefits package designed to support the whole person

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency is preferred.
• Demonstrates a strong mechanical ability.
• Clean driving record and valid state issued Driver's License.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug & alcohol screens, Haz-wopper 40-Hour Training, Confined Space Entry training, basic safety reciprocal, and various site specific training courses.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker's Identification Card).
• Ability to work at elevations and inside confined spaces for extended periods of time.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety as the top priority by following policies and performing tasks safely.
• Handles strenuous physical labor and operates equipment as required.
• Travel for 4–5 weeks at a time and extended daily hours.
• Works in hazardous atmospheres and confined spaces as needed.
• Operates heavy and light equipment including excavators, skid steers, and pumps.
• Completes required paperwork and participates in safety audits.
• Supports EH&S, HR and Training with trainings and screenings

Skills

High school diploma

Mechanical ability

Driver's license

Background checks

TWIC

Elevations

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

About the role

The Field Technician is an entry level position that performs a variety of labor tasks on Reworld projects according to the defined scope of work.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, procedures and acting in a safe manner at all times
• Performs all job related functions in a Safe, Honest, Ethical and Compliant fashion. Maintains a "Safety First" approach to all tasks and understands that operating safely is the most important thing we do.
• Engages in strenuous physical labor to include lifting, pulling heavy objects; standing for long periods of time; climbing and working from ladders and scaffolds.
• Has the ability to travel for periods of 4-5 weeks in duration and for extended periods of time in excess of 8 hours per day.
• Works in potentially hazardous atmospheres and locations where exposure to hazardous substances may be encountered to include petroleum hydrocarbons, benzene and hydrogen sulfide.
• Works inside confined spaces to include tanks, vaults and sumps, and in locations with elevated noise levels.
• Has the ability to wear and properly use a variety of Levels A, B, and C & D Personal Protective Equipment including face, hand, foot and eye protection as well as respiratory protection equipment.
• Operates small equipment to include air monitoring equipment, hydraulic power packs, air compressors, pumps, Reworld blending equipment, generators, pressure washers, etc.
• Operates heavy equipment to include excavators, grade alls, skid steers, lulls, manlifts, etc.
• Works with EH&S, HR and Training Departments to ensure that their training, TWIC and drug screens are current.
• Completes required paperwork to include time cards, Safe Work Permits, Inspection Forms, JSA's and Safety Audits.
• Is available for "On Call" duty when emergencies or special situations arise.
• Is a team player that leads by example.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by Reworld management as required by the needs of the business.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency is preferred.
• Demonstrates a strong mechanical ability.
• Clean driving record and valid state issued Driver's License.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug & alcohol screens, Haz-wopper 40-Hour Training, Confined Space Entry training, basic safety reciprocal, and various site specific training courses.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker's Identification Card).
• Ability to work at elevations and inside confined spaces for extended periods of time.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with strong attention to detail

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform strenuous physical activity.
• Requires standing and lifting up to 50 pounds. Position may also include carrying, walking, grasping, reaching and crawling.
• Ability to wear and use PPE and respiratory protection equipment to include level A, B & C.
• Ability to work in both hot (>90 F and cold <32 F) environments for extended periods of time.
• Fit for duty to include being clean shaven when required.
• Extensive travel is required

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: 16.97 - 22.60 USD per hour

Reworld provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person-and their families-through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworldreserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affluent Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Reworld may sometimesselectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role)has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.