Hazardous Materials Field Tech – Emergency Response

Midwest Environmental Services, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

On-the-Job Training

Safety equipment provided

Employee Referral Program

Overtime pay

Job summary

Midwest Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking a Field Service Technician to join a safety‑mocused, mission‑driven team supporting industrial waste services across the Midwest.

The role focuses on hazardous materials cleanup, site remediation, and emergency spill response, with strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance. The position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work 40–50 hours per week with 50% travel locally and up to 50% overnight

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the waste management or manufacturing industry preferred, but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid state driver’s license to operate company vehicles.
• OSHA Confined Space certification preferred (may be obtained upon hire).
• DOT Hazmat certification preferred (may be obtained upon hire).
• HAZWOPER certification preferred (may be obtained upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to service requests involving hazardous material cleanup, site remediation, and emergency spill response.
• Maintain health and safety as the top priority by strictly following all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Perform high-pressure water blasting and vacuuming in open areas and permitted confined spaces.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures using an individual lock and key when working with hazardous energy sources.
• Operate light and heavy equipment including pumps, vacuum equipment, generators, and forklifts.
• Perform emergency response activities such as chemical and water spill response, tank cleanings, and equipment decontamination.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Midwest Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking a Field Service Technician to join a safety‑mocused, mission‑driven team supporting industrial waste services across the Midwest.

The role focuses on hazardous materials cleanup, site remediation, and emergency spill response, with strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance. The position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work 40–50 hours per week with 50% travel locally and up to 50% overnight