Hydroblasting Technician & Field Lead

Clean Harbors; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Thompson Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is seeking an Equipment Operator to join a safety‑conscious team. You will perform hands‑on operation of hydroblasting equipment, vacuum trucks and related gear, while upholding safety policies for clients and the company.

This role includes transporting equipment, completing inspections, and supervising a crew of vacuum technicians. This position offers competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits after 30 days, 401(k) with company matching,

Qualifications

• Specific vocational preparation including classroom safety training, on-the-job training and essential experience gained on other jobs.
• Language proficiency: understand English at a level to comprehend safety training and respond to instructions in emergency situations.
• Valid driver's license
• Must be knowledgeable in the operation of emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers.
• Experience operating a vacuum truck. Smartphone required for Electronic Logging Device.
• Working knowledge of operating equipment used in wet and dry vacuums.

Responsibilities

• Act as safety representative responsible for safety policies and procedures of both the company and the customer, including hands-on information regarding operations, safety, equipment, emergency response and administrative functions;
• Hands-on operation, when required, of manual and automated hydroblasting equipment;
• Operation of special equipment, such as Ultra High-Pressure pumps;
• Operate equipment by energizing the pumping equipment and/or any specialized hydroblasting and/or chemical cleaning equipment, vacuum trucks and cutting equipment being used on the job;
• May be required to examine surface cleaned to ensure conformance to company and customer specifications;
• Perform routine maintenance on company equipment being used on the job;
• Perform any and all duties associated with liquid vacs, air machines and jet rodders;
• Direct a crew of vacuum technicians;
• Transport equipment and personnel to and from customer locations;
• Completes pre and post trip inspections, driver's logs and complies with all other vehicle policy and DOT requirements;
• Loading and unloading hoses;
• Unload vacuum truck at the dump site;
• Provide general maintenance in the field;
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Vehicle inspection

Hazardous materials awareness

Emergency response

Tools

Hydroblasting equipment

Ultra High-Pressure pumps

Vacuum trucks

Job description

Thompson Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is seeking an Equipment Operator to join a safety‑conscious team. You will perform hands‑on operation of hydroblasting equipment, vacuum trucks and related gear, while upholding safety policies for clients and the company.

This role includes transporting equipment, completing inspections, and supervising a crew of vacuum technicians. This position offers competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits after 30 days, 401(k) with company matching,