Field Technician

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety is the top priority by complying with all safe work practices.
• Perform emergency response cleanup activities such as chemical and water spills, waste and toxic material handling, and equipment decontamination.
• Sweep, dig, shovel, lift, pressure wash, and handle drums to assist in cleanup.
• Operate cleanup equipment used in hazardous waste activities.
• Follow policies and procedures for controlling and storing hazardous substances.
• Attend safety training as required.
• Comply with the Random Drug Testing Program.
• Perform various housekeeping and custodial duties and other duties as required.
• Assist with maintenance of facility tasks such as unloading trucks and other ancillary duties.
• Answer 24/7 Emergency Response calls when on uncontrolled standby.
• Work long hours and overtime during day, night, or weekend shifts.
• Other reasonable directives, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Experience, Education and Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Some environmental services industry experience is preferred.
• Some hazardous waste control experience is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• A current DMV printout and 40-hour HAZWOPER certification are required.
• A Confined Space Entry certification is preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail; meticulous.
• Safety conscious.
• Patient and flexible to fast-paced changes.

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

• Pushing/pulling: frequent daily basis.
• Twisting/turning: frequent daily basis.
• Lift items over head: frequent daily basis.
• Standing: 6-8 hours daily.
• Crouching/stooping: prolonged periods.
• Lifting/carrying: frequent daily up to 50 lbs.
• Work in confined spaces or at heights.
• Required to wear a variety of personal protection equipment as required, including but not limited to Tyvek suits.
• Required to wear respirators as needed.
• Performs labor-intensive activities in all weather conditions during any hours during the day or night.

Benefits

• PTO, paid holidays, sick time.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurances.
• 401(k) with company matching.

Pay

The compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, work experience, competencies, and skills, and may fall outside of the range shown.

About the Role

Patriot Environmental Services is a premier provider of environmental services in the Western United States. We are committed to safety, superior customer service, and experience, and we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our mission is to always be Prepared and Professional. Join the team that makes a difference!

Qualifications

None specified beyond the requirements listed above.

Skills

None specified beyond the requirements listed above.

Benefits

None specified beyond the benefits listed above.

Schedule

Not specified.

Pay

$22.16 - $26.17 per hour.