Equipment Technician I

About the role

We’re looking for a dependable Equipment Technician I to support industrial cleaning and environmental services operations at customer sites. This role operates specialized equipment, assists field crews with hands-on job tasks, and helps maintain safe, efficient, and high-quality service standards in demanding industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare water blasting, vacuum, and related equipment at customer jobsites.
• Transport equipment and materials safely to and from assigned work locations.
• Operate specialized industrial cleaning equipment including water blasters, wet/dry vacuum units, and wash trucks.
• Absorb manual labor tasks including vacuuming, hydro blasting, pipe lancing, and debris removal.
• Perform minor repairs and field maintenance on equipment and vehicles as needed.
• Maintain proper oil, fuel, and fluid levels on all assigned equipment.
• Inspect equipment before and after use to help ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Clean and prepare equipment prior to returning units to MPW branch locations.
• Follow all company safety standards, customer site procedures, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Support emergency response operations that may require non-traditional schedules, weekends, holidays, or overnight work.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, crew members, and customer representatives at job sites.
• Complete additional operational duties and assignments as directed by leadership.

Requirements

• A high school diploma, GED, vocational training, or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Previous experience in industrial cleaning, equipment operation, maintenance, or related field environments preferred.
• A basic understanding of mechanical systems and heavy equipment operation strongly preferred.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• MPW equipment operation certification or the ability to successfully complete required training.
• Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 50 pounds regularly throughout the workday.
• Ability to perform physically demanding labor including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and repetitive motion during extended shifts.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, noisy industrial settings, and outdoor environments exposed to varying weather conditions.
• Ability to wear respirators, protective clothing, and other required PPE while working around chemicals, dust, fumes, and industrial hazards.
• Ability to travel for customer projects and work schedules that may include overtime, overnight assignments, weekends, holidays, and shifts exceeding 8–12 hours.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive pay and career growth opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Time off and floating holidays.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to give back to your community.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Wellness benefits that support your overall health and well-being.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Stable company with long-term career opportunities.