IS TECHNICIAN LDAR I

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Sweeny (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (US only)

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, in Sweeny, TX, seeks an LDAR Technician to identify, document, and tag fugitive emissions from valves, pumps, and other components, ensuring EPA compliance. Use TVAs/OGI and tools to monitor, report, and facilitate repairs at refineries and oil/gas sites.

Responsibilities include field inspections, operating analyzers, data management, and collaboration with maintenance teams, while following OSHA standards and site safety policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Confined space entry and 10 Hour OSHA training preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work independently.
• Able to wear PPE and work in harsh industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health & Safety is the top priority and follow safe work practices.
• Engage in strenuous physical labor including lifting and pushing heavy objects.
• Perform routine inspections of components to detect VOC leaks.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain analyzers (FID) as needed.
• Record data, tag leaks, and manage inventory in databases like LeakDAS, GuideWare, SkyBridge.
• Adhere to environmental regulations and site safety protocols.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to report leaks and verify repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license

Tools

LeakDAS

GuideWare

SkyBridge

Job description

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, in Sweeny, TX 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.

Work Schedule:

• Monday-Thursday 4/10's, 6 am - 4:30 pm - Must have availability to work Fridays and weekends if needed.

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

Why work for HPC-Industrial?

• Health & Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages$19.00 hourly
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

What does it take to work for HPC-Industrial?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• 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.
• Availability to work Fridays and weekends if needed.

About HPC-Industrial:

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is the premier industrial cleaning and environmental services company in North America supporting the upstream, downstream, and utility sectors. HPC-Industrial offers an exceptional three-pronged safety system, innovative career development platform, committed customer service, deep industry expertise, and advanced technology and automation. We are committed to safety, people, growth, service, and performance. We provide the safest, most efficient operational experience for our customers and the most comprehensive training and career development for our employees.

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.

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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.