Field Technician

WHAT WE DO

As a premier provider of environmental services in the Western United States, Patriot Environmental Services provides a wide range of industrial, emergency response and remediation services. We are committed to the principles of safety, superior customer service and experience, and unyielding quality and dedication. We provide a broad array of environmental services to meet any need that our clients may have. From emergency spill response to hazardous waste transportation to wastewater treatment, or from industrial cleaning to full facility closure and remediation, Patriot can do it all with our own internal resources and do so while accomplishing every metric of success.

Our mission is to always be Prepared and Professional.

Join the team that makes a difference!

POSITION PURPOSE:

 Assist with the treatment and disposal of waste and maintain operational areas within and surrounding the stabilization plant and landfill according to federal, state and local regulations.

 MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Promotes and fosters safety and efficiency in all Hub employees and activity.

Maintains clean work area.

Follows safety regulations and company guidelines.

Physical requirements include have the ability to do repetitive heavy lifting, (75-100 lbs.), pulling, dragging, digging, etc., be able to operate conveyors, crushers, vibrating screens, pumps, air pollution control equipment, off road trucks, and vacuum trucks all while wearing Level C PPE (respirator, coveralls, steel toe shoes, gloves, hard hat, safety goggles/glasses).

Unload waste into the stabilization plant or landfill after receiving approval.

Visually inspect waste loads during off-loading for non-conformance to waste acceptance conditions and report non-conformity to the Operation’s Supervisor for further direction.

Visually inspect waste container off-loading to ensure the waste is completely removed from the truck. Report any material remaining inside the container to the Operation’s Supervisor for their disposition.

Sample incoming containerized loads and treated loads according to the Waste Analysis Plan and submit samples to the laboratory for analysis.

Perform other duties as assigned by management.

 EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Some environmental services industry experience preferred.
• Some hazardous waste control experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Driving record that meets company standards and current DMV printout, required.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required.
• Confined Space Entry certification preferred.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong attention to detail; meticulous.
• Safety conscious.
• Patient
• 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: $18 - $25 per hour

 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.

Patriot Environmental Services is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)

Check us out online at www.patriotenvironmental.com