IS TECHNICIAN LDAR I

Clean Harbors; Hercules (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (U.S.)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is seeking an LDAR Technician to join its safety-focused team on a customer site. You will identify, document, and tag fugitive emissions from valves, pumps, and other components, using TVAs or OGI cameras to monitor and report leaks and support repairs in refineries and oil/gas sites.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, TWIC, and the ability to work in industrial environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• TWIC required or able to obtain.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Confined space entry & 10 Hour OSHA training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety is the top priority and follow safe work practices.
• Perform field inspections of valves, connectors, pumps, and tanks to detect VOC leaks.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain analyzers such as FID.
• Record inspection data and tag leaking components in LeakDAS/GuideWare/SkyBridge.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to report leaks and verify repairs.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Independent work

Detail oriented

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TVA/Method 21

OGI cameras

Job description

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is looking for an LDAR Technician to join their safety conscious team at a customer site! The LDAR Technician identifies, documents, and tags fugitive emissions (gas leaks) from industrial components like valves and pumps, ensuring compliance with EPA regulations. They use specialized equipment-such as Toxic Vapor Analyzers (TVAs/Method 21) or Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) cameras-to monitor, report, and facilitate repairs in refineries, chemical plants, and oil/gas sites. Ensure compliance with all Company policies/procedures and maintains/improves good customer relations by providing quality, timely industrial cleaning services.

Transitioning Military, this is a great opportunity to leverage your skills and training as you return to civilian life.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Industrial setting - Refinery, Petro-Chemical, Utilities, Pulp and Paper Mills, etc.

Why work for HPC-Industrial?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Own part of Clean Harbors with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (U.S. Only)
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensuring that Health & Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies always, & processes & acting in a safe manner
• Engage in strenuous physical labor including lifting, pulling & pushing heavy objects.
• Field Inspections: Perform routine, scheduled inspections of components (valves, connectors, pumps, tanks) to detect leaks of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
• Monitoring Equipment Operation: Operate, calibrate, and maintain analyzers (e.g., Flame Ionization Detectors - FID).
• Data Management & Reporting: Record inspection data, tag leaking components, and manage inventory within databases like LeakDAS, GuideWare, SkyBridge
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to environmental regulations (e.g., 40 CFR Subpart 60) and strict site safety protocols.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with maintenance teams to report leaks and verify repairs.

What does it take to work for HPC-Industrial?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• TWIC, required
• Confined space entry & 10 Hour OSHA Training (preferred).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and able to work independently. The role is physically active and often involves traveling to remote sites or working within complex, loud industrial environments. It is described as a detail-oriented, sometimes repetitive, but critical role for environmental protection.
• Must be able to wear protective clothing or equipment. This includes, but is not limited to Nomex coveralls, a back belt, slicker suits, rubber boots, a fresh air breathing mask & escape pack & a hard hat.
• Must be able to work under extreme climate conditions (excessive high heat index of 95+ degrees Fahrenheit, 98% humidity & subzero weather conditions) relative to geographic location.
• Must be able to withstand exposure to dust, chemical & environmental, fumes (chemical & fluids), exhaust & highly pressurized fluids.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to walk long distances, stand for extended periods, climb ladders/scaffolding (sometimes up to 300 ft), and lift up to 50 lbs.

About HPC-Industrial:

HPC-Industrial, a Clean Harbors company, is the premier industrial cleaning and environmental services company in North America supporting the upstream, downstream, and utility sectors.

40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Environmental Technicians

Locations: 1290 San Pablo Ave

Pay Range: 14.42 - 28.85 Hourly

Category: Field Technicians