Leak Detection Technician Industrial Services

HPC Industrial powered by Clean Harbors; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits coverage after 30 days

401K with company matching

Paid time off and training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking an LDAR Technician to join our safety-focused team at a customer site. You will identify, document, and tag fugitive emissions from industrial components, ensuring EPA compliance and reporting findings to support repairs.

The role involves field inspections, operating TVAs and OGI cameras, and data management in systems like LeakDAS. Travel to remote sites and a physically active work environment are expected.

Qualifications

• Must wear protective clothing including Nomex coveralls and hard hat.
• Must withstand extreme heat and humidity; geographic exposure.
• Must withstand dust, chemical fumes, and pressurized fluids.
• Walk long distances, stand for long periods, climb ladders up to 100 ft, lift up to 60 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections of valves, connectors, pumps, tanks to detect VOC leaks.
• Operate and calibrate analyzers like FID.
• Record inspection data and tag leaking components in databases.
• Report leaks and verify repairs in coordination with maintenance teams.
• Maintain compliance with 40 CFR Subpart 60 and site safety protocols.
• Travel to remote sites and work in loud industrial environments.

Skills

PPE use

Climate resilience

Exposure tolerance

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TVA/Method 21 equipment

OGI camera

LeakDAS/GuideWare/SkyBridge

Job description

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, in Corpus Christi, 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.

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

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Industrial setting – Refinery, Petrochemical, 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
• 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

Work Schedule

• Monday-Thursday 4/10s. Must be available to work Fridays and weekends if needed.

Key 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.
• 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.

Skills And Experience

• 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 100 ft), and lift up to 60 lbs.

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.
• Extensive walking / standing is required.

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.

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.