Industrial Vacuum Technician

Quality Support Services; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality Support Services seeks an Industrial Vacuum Technician to clean, remove debris, and support environmental services in refinery settings.

You will operate vacuum equipment, enter tanks and confined spaces as needed, and work with PPE in hazardous environments. Willingness to travel to multiple sites and work 12-hour shifts during turnarounds is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in turnaround or shutdown projects in oil & gas/refining.
• Proficiency with hydroblasting and industrial cleaning.
• Able to wear full PPE and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Clean and remove sludge and debris using vacuum equipment.
• Perform entry into tanks and confined spaces when required.
• Support environmental services in refinery and petrochemical settings.
• Work 12-hour shifts including turnarounds and travel to multiple sites.

Skills

Industrial experience

Vacuum equipment operation

Safety compliance

Team-based work

Education

TWIC card

Confined Space Entry certification

HAZWOPER certification

Tools

Industrial vacuum equipment

Hydroblasting equipment

Job description

Duties: Industrial Vacuum Technicians will perform cleaning, material removal, and environmental support services using specialized vacuum equipment in refinery and petrochemical settings. Work may include entry into tanks, vessels, and confined spaces to remove sludge, debris, and byproducts generated during operations. Technicians must be comfortable performing physically demanding, dirty work in hazardous environments, including exposure to heat, chemicals, and industrial residues.

This position requires the ability to travel extensively to various job sites and support 12-hour shifts, often working 7 days per week during active turnaround events. Assignments are project-based by nature, aligned with client shutdown schedules.

• Skills Required: Demonstrated industrial experience within refineries, petrochemical plants, olefins units, or similar heavy industrial environments
• Proven ability to operate or assist with industrial vacuum equipment and material handling processes
• Comfortable performing physically demanding and dirty work, including tank cleaning, sludge removal, and confined space operations
• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in hazardous conditions
• Strong understanding of industrial safety practices and OSHA regulations
• Ability to wear and work in full PPE, including respirators, chemical suits, and protective gear
• Willingness to travel to multiple job sites and work extended schedules, including 12-hour shifts and 7 days per week during turnarounds
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and work effectively in high-risk, team-based environments

Experience/Qualifications

• Prior turnaround or shutdown experience in oil & gas, refining, or petrochemical facilities
• Current TWIC card
• Confined Space Entry, HAZWOPER, or other relevant industrial safety certifications
• Experience with hydroblasting, industrial cleaning, or environmental services
• Strong work ethic with the ability to perform in fast-paced, deadline-driven project environments

Pay: $23 - $27.00 per hour