Field Technician I

About the role

We’re looking for a dependable Field Technician I to support industrial cleaning and environmental service projects at customer sites. This role works hands-on with vacuum, water blasting, and industrial cleaning equipment while helping maintain safe, efficient jobsite operations in demanding industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at branch locations and jobsites on time, in proper uniform, and prepared to work safely.
• Operate company vehicles including cars and vans in accordance with company policies.
• Set up industrial cleaning jobsites using vacuum hoses, water blast hoses, and related equipment.
• Operate tools and equipment including water blast guns, lances, dry vacuum hoses, wet vacuum hoses, shovels, and picks.
• Support industrial and environmental cleaning activities at customer facilities and project sites.
• Follow all MPW health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures during operations.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain equipment prior to returning it to the branch location.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting tools and materials to and from jobsites.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Demonstrate initiative and adaptability while performing assigned duties in changing work environments.
• Perform additional duties and operational support tasks as assigned by supervision.

Requirements

• High school diploma or vocational training preferred; some high school education accepted.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record that meets company requirements.
• Previous experience performing manual labor in outdoor or industrial environments preferred.
• 0–1 years of hands-on experience operating tools, equipment, or industrial machinery preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds regularly throughout the shift.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor including bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, and working in confined spaces.
• Ability to wear respirators and required PPE while working around chemicals, fumes, noise, and industrial hazards.
• Ability to work extended shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency callout schedules as needed.
• Willingness to travel for days or weeks at a time depending on project and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic with the ability to stay productive in physically demanding industrial environments.
• Dependable attendance and flexibility to respond to emergency and after-hours service needs.
• Safety-focused mindset with the ability to follow procedures, wear PPE, and work responsibly around industrial equipment.
• Team-oriented attitude with the initiative to complete assigned tasks and support crew operations efficiently.

Skills

• Manual labor skills
• Equipment operation (vacuum, water blasting, industrial cleaning)
• Physical stamina and strength
• Attention to detail and safety compliance
• Communication and teamwork

Benefits

• 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
• Training and professional development opportunities

Pay

Competitive pay and career growth opportunities.

Schedule

Extended shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency callout schedules as needed.