Industrial Cleaning Technician: Hands-On Onsite Pro

MPW Industrial Services; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Time off & holidays

Volunteer Time Off

Referral bonus

Wellness benefits

Training & development

Team environment

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

MPW Industrial Services is seeking a dependable Technician to support industrial and environmental cleaning operations across customer worksites. This hands-on role involves using specialized tools to safely complete cleaning projects in demanding environments.

You will follow health and safety policies, report on time in uniform, set up equipment, operate water blasting tools, handle vacuum hoses, and assist with debris removal while maintaining awareness of active job sites and adapting to

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of hands-on experience with tools or heavy equipment.
• Experience in industrial, mechanical, or maintenance environments preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and perform extended physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Follow all MPW health and safety policies and procedures.
• Report 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, including guns and lances, for industrial cleaning.
• Handle dry and wet vacuum hoses (6” and 8”) for debris removal and cleaning.
• Use manual tools such as shovels and picks to assist with debris removal.
• 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 before returning to the branch.
• Support team members in completing tasks efficiently and safely.
• Adapt to varying jobsite conditions and customer requirements.
• Follow scheduling processes and remain flexible.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Mechanical aptitude

Team-oriented mindset

Initiative and accountability

Tools

Industrial tools

Heavy equipment handling

Job description

MPW Industrial Services is seeking a dependable Technician to support industrial and environmental cleaning operations across customer worksites. This hands-on role involves using specialized tools to safely complete cleaning projects in demanding environments.

You will follow health and safety policies, report on time in uniform, set up equipment, operate water blasting tools, handle vacuum hoses, and assist with debris removal while maintaining awareness of active job sites and adapting to