Traveling Field Services Technician / General Laborer

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a Traveling Field Services Technician in Kansas City, MO. This role involves hazardous waste clean-up and requires significant travel. Candidates must prioritize safety and be prepared for physical labor. Comprehensive health benefits and training are provided.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company-paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to be on-call for emergency responses.

Responsibilities

• Engage in strenuous physical labor, including lifting and pulling heavy objects.
• Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling.
• Be on-call for emergency response on a rotating basis.

Skills

Physical Tasks

Emergency Response

Job description

Clean Harbors in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Traveling Field Services Technician to join our safety-conscious team. This role involves active fieldwork responsible for hazardous waste clean-up, site remediation, equipment decontamination, and handling of hazardous materials.

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. We operate on-site to provide premier services, solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology. Join us to be part of the solution.

Position Details

This role requires approximately 50% travel within the U.S. for Emergency Response projects. All travel expenses are covered by the company, and a per diem is provided during travel. Hours and schedules vary based on emergency needs. We offer a competitive starting hourly wage with potential increases over the first 12 months. The initial two weeks involve paid training at an out-of-state academy.

Why work for Clean Harbors:

• Health and Safety are our top priorities, maintained 365 days a year.
• Commitment to sustainability and environmental cleanliness.
• Pay range: $19-23 per hour.
• Comprehensive health benefits after 30 days, including a 401K with company match.
• Participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Company-paid training and tuition reimbursement.

Responsibilities:

• Prioritize health and safety by adhering to policies and acting safely.
• Engage in strenuous physical labor, including lifting and pulling heavy objects.
• Operate light and heavy equipment, tools, and vibration-producing devices.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) properly, including respirators, skin, face, hand, and foot protection.
• Work in various temperatures and weather conditions, both indoors and outdoors.
• Handle potentially hazardous chemical and physical agents.
• Work at heights, including ladders and scaffolding, and in confined spaces.
• Assist in field sampling and calibration of meters.
• Climb ladders, scaffolding, and into/out of trucks and containers.
• Work extended hours (>8 hrs) as needed.
• Attend safety and compliance meetings.
• Inspect drums for integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Load and unload hazardous and non-hazardous waste safely.
• Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling.
• Follow all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Operate vehicles in accordance with DOT and other requirements.
• Follow company and environmental safety guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Be on-call for emergency response on a rotating basis, approximately every other week.
• Participate in site remediation, decontamination, and hazardous material handling.

Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to perform physical tasks as outlined.
• Willingness to be on-call for emergency responses, including weekends and holidays, with possible extended hours.
• Successful completion of background check, drug test, and physical exam as required.
• Compliance with OSHA's facial hair standards for respirator use.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous relevant labor experience.