On-Call Hazmat Field Tech for Emergencies

Republic Services; Aston Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Field Technician to support hazardous waste cleanup and emergency response tasks. This role involves activities such as COVID and HazMat decon work, and other duties assigned by management, with a focus on timely call responses.

Expect rotating shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, with potential out-of-town travel. The role requires PPE usage and lifting over 50 lbs while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• Hazardous waste cleanup and remediation knowledge.
• Ability to respond to emergency response calls and hazardous materials incidents.
• Commitment to health and safety policies and safe work practices.
• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform remediation tasks under supervision for hazardous waste incidents.
• Ensure health and safety is the top priority and follow company policies.
• Handle confined space entry, tank cleaning, spill cleanup, drum handling and decontamination tasks.
• Work rotating shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays; on-call for emergencies; travel as needed.
• Perform related tasks as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Hazardous waste remediation

Emergency response

Safe work practices

Read and follow instructions

Tools

HAZWOPER 40-hour training

TWIC clearance

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Field Technician to support hazardous waste cleanup and emergency response tasks. This role involves activities such as COVID and HazMat decon work, and other duties assigned by management, with a focus on timely call responses.

Expect rotating shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, with potential out-of-town travel. The role requires PPE usage and lifting over 50 lbs while maintaining safety standards.