Field Technician I - Spill Cleanup & Hazmat Ops

Republic Services; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental plans

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Environmental Services Field Technician I to assist with emergency response, hazardous and non-hazardous spill cleanup, and hazmat decontamination under close supervision.

The role involves tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, decontamination, and operation of equipment like pumps, generators, air compressors, light towers, and forklifts, while adhering to safety policies and performing routine duties with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend documents such as operational, technical, process, safety, and quality instructions.
• Knowledge of chemicals and ability to understand safety data sheets for the necessary steps required to mitigate any dangers
• Willingness to provide input on working practices to ensure departmental goals are met and exceeded.
• Has the confidence to inform colleagues of unsafe working practices or conditions.
• A positive attitude and high level of mental resilience.
• Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth, promotes the Company’s safety standards.
• Proficiency with light tablet/PC use.
• Skilled in using hand and shop tools and instruments.
• Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail. Must be able to prioritize, stay focused, and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.
• Current confined space entry certificate or ability to obtain upon hire is preferred and may be required in some locations.
• A valid driver’s license may be required for some positions.
• 0 - 2 Years relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, sweeping and shoveling, high-pressure washing, and various other remedial activities in confined space entry, such as manholes.
• Responds to customer spills and emergencies during normal business hours and after hours.
• Performs general housekeeping, including maintenance of equipment and work site.
• Performs all responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring adherence to all safety policies and regulations that govern job performance.
• Appropriately sets up and uses various equipment (i.e., pumps, trailer-mounted generators, air compressors, light towers, pallet-jack, skid steer).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Document comprehension

SDS knowledge

Tablet/PC proficiency

Tools proficiency

Attention to detail

Confined space cert

Driver's license

0-2 years experience

Tools

Pumps & generators

Air compressors

Light towers

Skid steer

Pallet-jack

Job description

Republic Services is seeking an Environmental Services Field Technician I to assist with emergency response, hazardous and non-hazardous spill cleanup, and hazmat decontamination under close supervision.

The role involves tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, decontamination, and operation of equipment like pumps, generators, air compressors, light towers, and forklifts, while adhering to safety policies and performing routine duties with attention to detail.