Hazardous Waste Field Technician II

Patriot Environmental Services; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Patriot Environmental Services is seeking dedicated candidates for emergency response and environmental cleanup roles in the Western United States. The position involves handling hazardous and non-hazardous waste, spill response, and industrial cleanup activities with a focus on safety and compliance.

The role requires 40-hour HAZWOPER and Confined Space Entry certifications, valid driver's license, and willingness to work long hours, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years of environmental services industry experience preferred.
• 1–3 years of 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 required.
• Basic knowledge of federal, state, and local hazardous waste and safety regulations.

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, non-hazardous and hazardous waste and toxic materials and equipment decontamination.
• Sweep, dig, shovel, lift, pressure wash and handling 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 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 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 oriented

Adaptable to pace changes

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Patriot Environmental Services is seeking dedicated candidates for emergency response and environmental cleanup roles in the Western United States. The position involves handling hazardous and non-hazardous waste, spill response, and industrial cleanup activities with a focus on safety and compliance.

The role requires 40-hour HAZWOPER and Confined Space Entry certifications, valid driver's license, and willingness to work long hours, including nights and weekends.