Hazardous Materials Environmental Field Technician I

Clean Harbors; Berlin (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

Clean Harbors seeks a HAZMAT General Laborer / Field Service Technician I to support environmental and industrial projects. This entry-level role involves handling and packaging hazardous and non-hazardous waste, assisting with spill response, and operating basic equipment under supervision.

You will follow strict safety procedures, wear PPE, complete documentation, and contribute to site cleanups while gaining hands-on skills in industrial waste management services.

Qualifications

• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER (preferred or ability to obtain)
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• DOT medical card (preferred)
• Forklift or equipment operator certification (a plus)

Responsibilities

• Handle, package, and transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials following strict safety and environmental regulations
• Assist with field service projects including site cleanups, spill response, and waste removal under supervisor direction
• Operate and maintain basic equipment such as pumps, pressure washers, and vacuum trucks as trained
• Complete required documentation, logs, and labels accurately for waste tracking and compliance
• Perform routine inspections of work areas and equipment, reporting hazards or defects immediately
• Follow all company, OSHA, DOT, and environmental procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times
• Support emergency response activities, which may include overtime, nights, or weekends
• Work collaboratively with team members and clients, representing Clean Harbors professionally

Skills

Hazardous waste handling

OSHA safety procedures

HAZMAT handling and disposal

PPE use and inspection

Basic equipment operation

Confined space awareness

Documentation and waste labeling

DOT and EPA compliance awareness

Emergency spill response support

Physical labor

Job description

Clean Harbors seeks a HAZMAT General Laborer /Field Service Technician I to support environmental and industrial projects. In this entry-level role, you’ll handle and package hazardous and non-hazardous waste, assist with spill response and site cleanups, and operate basic equipment such as pumps and vacuums. You will follow strict safety and environmental procedures, wear proper PPE, and complete required documentation. Join a safety-first team dedicated to protecting the environment while gaining hands-on skills and growth opportunities in industrial and waste management services.

Responsibilities

• Handle, package, and transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials following strict safety and environmental regulations
• Assist with field service projects including site cleanups, spill response, and waste removal under supervisor direction
• Operate and maintain basic equipment such as pumps, pressure washers, and vacuum trucks as trained
• Complete required documentation, logs, and labels accurately for waste tracking and compliance
• Perform routine inspections of work areas and equipment, reporting hazards or defects immediately
• Follow all company, OSHA, DOT, and environmental procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times
• Support emergency response activities, which may include overtime, nights, or weekends
• Work collaboratively with team members and clients, representing Clean Harbors professionally

Key Skills

• Hazardous waste handling
• OSHA safety procedures
• HAZMAT handling and disposal
• PPE use and inspection
• Basic equipment operation (pumps, vacuums, pressure washers)
• Confined space and lockout/tagout awareness
• Documentation and waste labeling
• DOT and EPA compliance awareness
• Emergency spill response support
• Physical labor and material handling

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

Qualifications

• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER (preferred or ability to obtain)
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• DOT medical card (preferred)
• Forklift or equipment operator certification (a plus)