Field Technician / Laborer

Environmental Works Inc; Bondurant (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

HSA

401(k) with match

Disability insurance

Life & AD&D

Critical Illness plan

Employee assistance

Cost-saving programs

Job summary

Environmental Works Inc. is seeking a Field Technician for hands-on environmental and industrial field services. The role involves tank inspections, spill cleanup, railroad work, pressure washing, and other field projects, with daily variation and strong teamwork.

You will operate hand tools and light machinery, load and organize gear, and follow all safety requirements. This physically demanding position requires a valid driver’s license, ability to lift 50–60 pounds, and flexibility for

Qualifications

• 3+ years of general labor, construction, industrial, environmental, or maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on environmental and industrial field services.
• Assist with tank inspections, spill response and cleanup, railroad work, industrial cleaning, maintenance, and other field projects.
• Operate and work with hand tools, power tools, pumps, hoses, pressure washers, vacuum equipment, and light machinery.
• Load, unload, carry, stage, and organize tools, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Follow all company, OSHA, customer, and environmental safety requirements.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

The Field Technician is a hands-on, physically demanding position supporting environmental, industrial, and specialty field service projects. Every day is different. Work may include tank inspections, spill cleanups, railroad work, pressure washing, industrial maintenance, vacuum truck support, and other environmental services.

This position requires someone who enjoys working with their hands, operating tools and equipment, working as part of a crew, and adapting to changing job sites and priorities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform hands-on environmental and industrial field services.
• Assist with tank inspections, spill response and cleanup, railroad work, industrial cleaning, maintenance, and other field projects.
• Perform pressure washing, steam cleaning, dry/wet vacuuming, and general labor activities.
• Operate and work with hand tools, power tools, pumps, hoses, pressure washers, vacuum equipment, and light machinery.
• Load, unload, carry, stage, and organize tools, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Set up and break down equipment and job sites.
• Perform basic care, cleaning, and maintenance of tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Work safely and effectively as part of a crew and follow direction from supervisors.
• Operate company vehicles to travel to and from job sites.
• Follow all company, OSHA, customer, and environmental safety requirements.
• Wear required PPE and maintain a clean and safe work area.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is a physically demanding job. Employees must be able to:

• Regularly lift and carry up to 50-60 pounds.
• Push, pull, drag, carry, load, and unload equipment and materials.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and work in awkward positions.
• Repeatedly grip, handle, and operate tools and equipment.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Work in industrial environments that may include dust, dirt, oils, noise, odors, wet conditions, and other challenging conditions.
• Work safely while wearing required PPE.

TEAMWORK & ADAPTABILITY

Every day is something different. Field Technicians must be comfortable with constant change, changing schedules, different job sites, and a variety of tasks.

Successful employees are dependable, willing to learn, able to take direction, and willing to help their crew wherever needed. The ability to work safely, work hard, and adapt to changing conditions is essential.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Full-time position.
• Flexible schedule; some nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call work may be required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with coworkers, supervisors, customers, and vendors.
• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• 3+ years of general labor, construction, industrial, environmental, or maintenance experience preferred.

PAY

$19–$23 per hour
Pay based on experience and CDL status.

BENEFITS

• $2,000 sign-on bonus
• HSA
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D
• Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional cost-saving programs and benefits

GENERAL LABORER / FIELD TECHNICIAN | WORK ENVIRONMENT

EWI's field service team works in a variety of industrial plants and settings. We encounter dust, oils, various commodities such as grain and fertilizer, in varying weather/temperature conditions. Employee must follow all safety standards and wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas. This employee is required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear. Must be able to regularly lift and carry 50 pounds.

AAP/EEO

Environmental Works, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.