IS TECHNICIAN LDAR I

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,864 - 39,743; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Company training

Job summary

Clean Harbors, Inc. is looking for an LDAR Technician to identify and manage fugitive emissions at industrial sites including refineries and chemical plants. The technician will be responsible for using specialized equipment to ensure compliance with EPA regulations while prioritizing health and safety.

This role demands physical stamina, as it involves strenuous labor and working under various environmental conditions. A high school diploma is required, along with valid certifications.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• TWIC required.
• Must wear protective clothing or equipment.
• Must withstand extreme climate conditions.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Identify, document, and tag emissions from components.
• Perform routine inspections of components to detect leaks.
• Coordinate with maintenance to report leaks and verify repairs.
• Engage in strenuous physical labor including lifting heavy objects.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to work independently

Physical stamina

Confined space entry

10-hour OSHA Training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Toxic Vapor Analyzers

Optical Gas Imaging cameras

Flame Ionization Detectors

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. Compliance with company policies and maintaining good customer relations through quality, timely industrial cleaning services are essential.

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
• Ownership opportunity through 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 career stages

Work Schedule – Monday–Thursday 4/10s

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure Health & Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies and processes.
• Engage in strenuous physical labor including lifting, pulling and pushing heavy objects.
• Perform routine, scheduled inspections of components (valves, connectors, pumps, tanks) to detect leaks of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain analyzers (e.g., Flame Ionization Detectors – FID).
• Record inspection data, tag leaking components, and manage inventory within databases such as LeakDAS, GuideWare, SkyBridge.
• Adhere to environmental regulations (e.g., 40 CFR Subpart 60) and strict site safety protocols.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to report leaks and verify repairs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• TWIC, required.
• Confined space entry & 10‑hour OSHA Training (preferred).
• Strong mechanical aptitude, able to work independently; role is physically active and may require traveling to remote sites or working in loud industrial environments.
• Must be able to wear protective clothing or equipment (Nomex coveralls, back belt, slicker suits, rubber boots, breathing mask, escape pack, hard hat).
• Must be able to work under extreme climate conditions (heat index 95+ °F, 98% humidity, subzero weather).
• Must withstand exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes, exhaust and highly pressurized fluids.
• Physical stamina: walk long distances, stand extended periods, climb ladders or scaffolding up to 300 ft, lift up to 50 lbs.

Job Identification: 162469
Category: Field Technicians
Posting Date: 2026-06-15
Job Schedule: Full time
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Job Function: Environmental Technicians
Locations: 12000 Lawndale
Pay Range: $14.42 – $28.85 Hourly

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.