Industrial Cleaning Tech: Hands-On & Safe Operations

MPW Industrial Services, Inc.; Decatur (IL); Hybrid; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

MPW Industrial Services, Inc. is seeking a dependable Industrial Cleaning Technician in Decatur, IL to support industrial and environmental cleaning across customer worksites. This role involves hands-on use of specialized tools and equipment to safely complete cleaning projects in demanding environments.

You will operate water blasting tools, vacuum hoses, and basic hand tools, set up equipment, and follow MPW safety policies while adapting to varying jobsite conditions and schedules.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of hands-on experience with tools or heavy equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in safety-focused environments.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with industrial equipment.
• Team-oriented and capable of following supervisor directions.

Responsibilities

• Follow all MPW safety policies to maintain a safe work environment.
• Report to assigned branch or jobsite on time, in proper uniform, and prepared for daily assignments.
• Set up jobsite equipment including water blast hoses, vacuum hoses, barricades, and safety tags.
• Operate water blasting tools and lances for industrial cleaning applications.
• Handle vacuum hoses for material removal and environmental cleaning.
• Use hand tools to assist with debris removal and job completion.
• Operate automated tooling and specialized cleaning equipment as required.
• Assist in the safe operation of aerial platform lifts and other access equipment.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings in active industrial environments.
• Clean and inspect tools and equipment after use.
• Support team members to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
• Adapt to varying jobsite conditions and customer requirements.
• Follow scheduling processes and remain flexible to meet needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Reliability

Safety-conscious

Initiative

Tools

Water blasting tools

Aerial platform lifts

Job description

MPW Industrial Services, Inc. is seeking a dependable Industrial Cleaning Technician in Decatur, IL to support industrial and environmental cleaning across customer worksites. This role involves hands-on use of specialized tools and equipment to safely complete cleaning projects in demanding environments.

You will operate water blasting tools, vacuum hoses, and basic hand tools, set up equipment, and follow MPW safety policies while adapting to varying jobsite conditions and schedules.