Hazardous Waste Field Technician – Emergency Response

hccexternal; Acton (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical coverage

401(k)

Job summary

Patriot Environmental Services is a premier environmental services provider in the Western United States, offering emergency response and remediation services. We seek a dedicated team member who prioritizes health and safety, can perform emergency cleanup, and support operations across hazardous materials handling and facility upkeep.

Role requires HAZWOPER training, a valid driver’s license, and flexibility to work long hours, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Ensure 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 chemical and water spills, hazardous waste and toxic materials and equipment decontamination.
• Sweep, dig, shovel, lift, pressure wash and handle 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety minded

Flexible

Patient

Education

High school diploma or GED

HAZWOPER 40-hour certification

Confined Space Entry certification

Job description

Patriot Environmental Services is a premier environmental services provider in the Western United States, offering emergency response and remediation services. We seek a dedicated team member who prioritizes health and safety, can perform emergency cleanup, and support operations across hazardous materials handling and facility upkeep.

Role requires HAZWOPER training, a valid driver’s license, and flexibility to work long hours, including nights and weekends.