Field Technician I

Crystal Clean; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Patriot Environmental Services in Sparks, NV seeks a Safety-conscious Hazardous Waste Technician to join our environmental emergency response team. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, OSHA HazWOPER training, and valid driver’s license, with on-call and overtime as needed.

You will perform cleanup of chemical and water spills, operate hazardous waste equipment, and follow strict safety procedures to protect people and the environment. Competitive hourly pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required/preferred.
• HAZWOPER certification required.
• Confined Space Entry certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Emergency response cleanup for chemical and water spills.
• Operate cleanup equipment for hazardous waste activities.
• Follow safety policies and storage procedures for hazardous substances.
• Attend safety trainings and comply with drug testing program.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety oriented

Flexible

Education

High school diploma or GED

HAZWOPER certification

Confined Space Entry certification

Job description

As a premier provider of environmental services in the Western United States, Patriot Environmental Servicesprovides a wide range of industrial, emergency response and remediation services. We are committed to the principles of safety, superior customer service and experience, and unyielding quality and dedication.

We provide a broad array of environmental services to meet any need that our clients may have. From emergency spill response to hazardous waste transportation to wastewater treatment, or from industrial cleaning to full facility closure and remediation, Patriot can do it all with our own internal resources and do so while accomplishing every metric of success.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner.
• Perform emergency response cleanup activities including but not limited to chemical and water spills, non-hazardous and hazardous waste and toxic materials and equipment decontamination.
• Sweep, dig, shovel, lift, pressure wash and handling drums to assist in cleanup.
• Operate cleanup equipment used in hazardous waste activities.
• Follow policies and procedures for control and storage of hazardous substances.
• Attend safety training as required.
• Comply with the Random Drug Testing Program.
• Perform various housekeeping and custodial duties and other duties as required.
• Assist with maintenance of facility like unloading trucks and other ancillary duties.
• Answer 24/7 Emergency Response calls when on uncontrolled standby.
• Work long hours and overtime during day, night or weekend shifts.
• Other reasonable directives, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Some environmental services industry experience preferred.
• Some hazardous waste control experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Driving record that meets company standards and current DMV printout, required.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required.
• Confined Space Entry certification preferred.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong attention to detail; meticulous.
• Safety conscious.
• Flexible to fast paced changes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Pushing / pulling: frequent daily basis
• Twisting / turning: frequent daily basis
• Lift items over head: frequent daily basis
• Crouching / stooping: prolonged periods
• Lifting / carrying: frequent daily up to 50 lbs
• Work in confined spaces or at heights.
• Required to wear a variety of personal protection equipment as required including but not limited to Tyvek suits.
• Required to wear respirators as needed.
• Performs labor intensive activities in all weather conditions during any hours during the day or night.

BENEFITS

• 401(k) with company matching

Pay:$22.00 -$25.00 hourly

The compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, work experience, competencies, and skills, and may fall outside of the range shown.

Patriot Environmental Services is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)

Check us out online atwww.patriotenvironmental.com