IS TECHNICIAN SPEC SVCS III

Clean Harbors; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with company matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Training and development

Job summary

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, seeks a Specialty Technician in Long Beach, CA to operate vapor control equipment, perform maintenance, and monitor refinery emissions. Travel up to 70% for project work lasting 1–3 weeks at a time, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities include calibrating analyzers, moving equipment, and ensuring accurate documentation while adhering to DOT hours of service and company procedures.

Qualifications

• TWIC required prior to interviewing and hiring.
• Valid state driver’s license with clean driving record and reliable local transportation.
• Must be on time and prepared for work.
• DOT physical requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and calibrate analyzers and log maintenance clearly.
• Move and set up equipment at job sites and monitor emissions.
• Review paperwork for proper completion and track waste handling.
• Operate vapor control service equipment safely and in training procedures.
• Provide on‑the‑job training to Technicians and Operators.

Skills

TWIC

Valid driver’s license

Punctuality

Tools

HazWoper 40-hour

OSHA 10/30

Confined Space Entry/Rescue

Job description

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is looking for a Specialty Technician to work at Long Beach, CA.

to join their safety conscious team! This team member is responsible for the Vapor control operators operating thermal oxidizers, vapor combustors, and carbon vapor control systems. Successful operators are team oriented, and highly motivated. Operators receive on the job training as needed to ensure they can safely and effectively operate and maintain vapor control equipment.

Why work for HPC-Industrial?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages--$20.00 to $23.50
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and calibrate analyzers. Maintain clear and concise logs of all maintenance and calibrations.
• Move and set up equipment at job sites.
• Monitor emissions from frac tanks and other refinery equipment under HPC Industrial care.
• Review all applicable paperwork ensuring proper completion.
• Track carbon change outs and usage and manage liquid media on site.
• Ability to operate HPC vehicles and equipment
• Inspects equipment and general work area prior to starting any job. Corrects deficiencies that may cause accidents, injuries, lost productivity or harm to equipment or that are inconsistent with client's requirements.
• Performs preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment when required.
• Completes all appropriate paperwork.
• Trains Technicians and Operators on-the-job in equipment operation, service line processes and necessary paperwork.
• Operates all necessary equipment in the vapor control service line in accordance with operation training and safety procedures.
• Estimated 70% out of town travel required. Project durations 1 to 3 weeks (but not limited to).
• Utilization of the Safety 3-6-5 Safety System in all aspects of operations.
• Follow all DOT guidelines for hours of service.
• Maintain logs without error.
• Employee is on time and prepared for work.
• Maintain compliant calibration records.
• Paperwork and MSS form feedback is quick and efficient.
• Employee responds with a sense of urgency to instructions.

QUALIFICATIONS

What does it take to work for HPC-Industrial?

• MUST Have Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) prior to interviewing and hiring
• Must have a valid state issued driving license and have clean driving record and reliable transportation for local work (60-mile radius)
• Must be able to show up on time and prepared for work
• Compliance with MVR policy
• Compliance with Drug policy
• Compliance with Background checking policy
• Compliance with DOT physical requirements
• Possess BASIC Safety Council Reciprocal Card (not required, but preferred)
• Possess all required I-9 documentation

JOB RELATED EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 1 year of plant work experience (not required, but preferred)
• Minimum 1 year experience operating thermal oxidizers and/or liquid scrubbers (not required, but preferred)

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR TANK CLEANING/ OPERATIONS & WASTE HANDLING

• Setup, operate, and maintain industrial pumps, high-pressure water hydroblasters, explosion-proof blowers, vacuum trucks, and non-sparking tools.
• Perform mechanical isolation by installing line blinds/pancakes and disconnecting product lines.
• Remove sludge, chemical scale, bottoms, and liquid waste from tank interiors, wall plates, sumps, and internal floating roofs.
• Stage, label, and transfer hazardous/non-hazardous waste into designated vacuum trailers, roll-off boxes, or drums according to environmental regulations.
• Equipment Maintenance & Inspection Prep
• Clean tank surfaces to meet specific quality criteria (e.g., hot-work ready, product-change clean, or API 653 structural inspection ready).
• Inspect hoses, fittings, grounding/bonding cables, and ventilation equipment prior to daily shift deployment.
• Qualifications & Requirements
• Credentials: Valid Driver's License; TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) required for port/marine refineries.
• Certifications (Preferred/Required): 40-Hour HAZWOPER, OSHA 10/30, Confined Space Entry/Rescue certification.
• Physical Demands:
• Ability to lift/carry 50+ lbs, climb ladders/scaffolding, and bend or crawl through tight manways (typically 18"-24" openings).
• Must pass a medical evaluation and Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) to wear tight-fitting respirators.
• Comfort working outdoors in extreme temperatures, high-noise environments, and tight confined spaces.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• On Call 24/7, ability to report to work within 1 hour of notification
• Ability to work various shifts as needed.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

About HPC-Industrial

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

HPC-Industrial is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Identification: 167964

Category: Field Technicians

Posting Date: 2026-10-27

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Environmental Technicians

Locations: 1411 W Gaylord St

Pay Range: 15.63 - 41.54 Hourly