Hazmat & Spill Field Tech – Growth & Benefits

Republic Services; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Environmental Services Field Technician I in Elyria, OH. The role involves basic troubleshooting, routine spill cleanup, hazardous and non-hazardous decontamination, and operating equipment.

You will respond to spills, maintain sites, and follow stringent safety policies, with opportunities to work with various field equipment and contribute to safe waste management operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend operational, safety, and quality instructions.
• Knowledge of chemicals and ability to read safety data sheets.
• Willingness to improve working practices to meet goals.
• Ability to identify unsafe practices and communicate them.
• Proficiency with light tablet/PC use and basic tools.

Responsibilities

• Performs tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, and high-pressure washing.
• Responds to customer spills and emergencies during and after hours.
• Maintains equipment and work site cleanliness.
• Follows safety policies and regulations in all duties.
• Operates pumps, generators, air compressors, light towers, and pallet-jacks.

Skills

Reading & writing docs

Safety compliance

Hazmat awareness

Safe teamwork

Equipment use

Tools

Pumps

Trailer-mounted generators

Air compressors

Light towers

Hand tools

Job description

Republic Services is seeking an Environmental Services Field Technician I in Elyria, OH. The role involves basic troubleshooting, routine spill cleanup, hazardous and non-hazardous decontamination, and operating equipment.

You will respond to spills, maintain sites, and follow stringent safety policies, with opportunities to work with various field equipment and contribute to safe waste management operations.