IS Technician

About the role

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, in Channhon, IL is seeking an Industrial Services Hydro Blaster/ Labor Technician to join their safety-conscious team. This position involves setting up and assisting with water treatment systems, pipeline hydrostatic testing, and other responsibilities. The role requires acting as a safety representative, operating hydro-blasting equipment, and maintaining company equipment.

Responsibilities

• Act as safety representative responsible for safety policies & procedures of both the company & the customer, including hands-on information regarding operations, safety, equipment, emergency response & administrative functions.
• Hands-on operation, when required, of manual and automated hydro-blasting equipment.
• Operation of special equipment, such as ultra-high-pressure pumps.
• Operate equipment by energizing the pumping equipment and/or any specialized hydro-blasting and/or chemical cleaning equipment, vacuum trucks & cutting equipment being used on the job.
• Perform routine maintenance on company equipment being used on the job.
• In the case of personnel in a supervisor capacity: Interface with customer representatives regarding job setup and scope, ensure performance & customer requirements are met or exceeded and company policies & procedures are implemented at the job site.
• Report to the branch manager or the designee and implement procedures to obtain results specified by the branch manager.

Qualifications

• Specific vocational preparation including classroom safety training, on-the-job training & essential experience gained on other jobs.
• Valid driver’s license and other requirements of company’s driving policy required when driving company vehicle or using personal vehicle on company business.
• Must be knowledgeable in the operation of emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers. Provide Federal Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC).

Physical Demands

• See, read, distinguish, & understand signs in the work area.
• Hear & distinguish emergency signals while on duty.
• Frequently bend at waist, stoop, squat, kneel, reach & crawl.
• Tolerate being wet from head to toe for an unlimited amount of time.
• Climb ladders & work from scaffolding & stationary platforms up to heights of 200 ft.
• Tolerate & function in confined spaces of a minimum of 5 ft inside diameter.
• Hold the back thrust of 50lbs on a straight 66” pipe for a minimum of 1 hour.
• Must be capable of working up to 16 hours per shift.
• Must be physically capable of using both negative pressure and air supplied respirators.
• Must be able to wear protective clothing and/or equipment, including, but not limited to, Nomex coveralls, a back belt, slickers, rubber boots, a fresh air breathing mask, an escape pack, and a hard hat.
• Work under extreme climate conditions (excessive high heat index of 95 degree Fahrenheit, 98% humidity; and sub-zero weather conditions) relative to geographical location.
• Exposure to dust (chemical & environmental), fumes (chemical & fluids). Exhaust & highly pressurized fluids.
• (A respirator will be provided when required.)
• Noise levels exceed 85 dBA (hearing protection is provided and required.)
• Lift & maintain a minimum of 40lbs.

Benefits

Competitive wages $21.50. Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career. Positive and safe work environments.