Leak Detection Technician Industrial Services

Socket.dev; Roxana (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days of full‑

401K with company matching

Job summary

HPC-Industrial in Roxana, IL is seeking an LDAR Technician to identify, document, and tag fugitive emissions at a customer site. You will monitor with TVAs/OGI cameras, report findings, and assist with repairs to ensure EPA compliance.

This role supports industrial cleaning services across refineries and chemical plants, with a safety-first environment and opportunities for site travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health & Safety is the top priority by following all safety practices, policies, and processes.
• Perform routine field inspections of components (valves, connectors, pumps, tanks) to detect VOC leaks.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain analyzers (e.g., FID) and report data.
• Tag leaking components and manage inventory in databases like LeakDAS, GuideWare, SkyBridge.
• Comply with environmental regulations (e.g., 40 CFR Subpart 60) and site safety protocols.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to report leaks and verify repairs.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Field inspections

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

LeakDAS

GuideWare

SkyBridge

Job description

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, in Roxana, IL 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 $21.00 - $23.00 hourly DOE
• 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 OT available as needed by site.

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.
• Availability to work all shifts including weekends and holidays.

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.

Qualifications

What does it take to work for HPC-Industrial?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license & clean driving record
• TWIC (