Field Service Technician

About the role

As a Field Service Technician, you'll be on the front lines of confined space entry and rescue, hazardous and non-hazardous cleanup, tank and equipment maintenance, and much more. Every day is different, and you'll play a key role in ensuring safe and efficient job site operations across various industries and locations. Ponder Environmental Services operates in a 24/7, 365-day industry where no two days are ever the same, offering dynamic work environments and around-the-clock response capabilities. Join the Ponder Environmental Services team that takes pride in working hard, working safely, and delivering critical environmental and industrial services.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy physical labor including lifting and moving heavy objects.
• Perform tank cleaning, hazardous waste cleanup, confined space entry/rescue, and industrial maintenance tasks.
• Operate a wide range of industrial equipment: pressure washers, vacuum trucks, water blasters, pumps, compressors, forklifts, and more.
• Assist with job site setup including containments, barricading, trailer chocking, and equipment staging.
• Support emergency and scheduled cleanups by:
  • Packaging waste
  • Decontaminating areas
  • Chemical transferring and handling.
• Conduct thorough vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance.
• Follow all safety protocols, wear appropriate PPE, and complete all required training and documentation.
• Work in various weather conditions and temperatures, both indoor and outdoor.
• Participate in monthly safety meetings and maintain good communication with supervisors and team members.
• Must be willing to travel and work overtime.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-3 years of related experience performing general laborer duties related to the clean-up of hazardous waste sites.
• Must have familiarization and understanding of use and application of various types of respiratory protection and chemical hazards.
• Have working knowledge of commonly used field equipment and gear.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in fast-paced, physically demanding environments.
• Basic computer and smartphone app skills for timekeeping and communication.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Valid California Driver’s License and a clean DMV record.
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER with current 8-hour refresher.
• HAZMAT Certification.
• Confined Space Entry & Rescue Certification.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Forklift Certification and ability to operate manlifts, reach lifts, and skid steers (preferred).
• TWIC Card (preferred).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay.

Pay

Salary/Hourly Rate Range: $22.00 - $28.00