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Clean Harbors

Hazardous waste management and emergency response

Field Services Technician 1

Field ServiceUpdated on Nov 11
Full-timeGreenville, SC, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Reliable transportation is required.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • The employee must be able to perform the physical functions required by the job, including strenuous labor and lifting or pulling heavy objects.
  • The employee must successfully complete a background check, drug test, and position-specific physical.
  • Employees in positions requiring respirators must meet facial-hair standards under OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard.
  • The employee must agree to be on call for emergency response, with occasional weekend and holiday work required.
  • The employee must be able to work extended periods exceeding 8 hours; emergency response may extend to 12–24 hours.
  • The employee must be able to work in varied indoor and outdoor temperatures and weather, potentially hazardous atmospheres, elevated noise, confined spaces, and at elevations using ladders and scaffolding.
  • The employee must be able to wear and properly use personal protective equipment, including respirators and skin, face, hand, and foot protection.

Responsibilities

  • Perform field tasks associated with hazardous-waste cleanup, site remediation, equipment decontamination, and hazardous-material handling.
  • Follow health and safety policies, processes, operating guidelines, and procedures.
  • Engage in strenuous physical labor, including lifting and pulling heavy objects.
  • Operate light and heavy equipment and use hand tools and powered industrial tools, including vibration-producing tools.
  • Work in varied temperatures and weather conditions, potentially hazardous atmospheres, elevated noise, confined spaces, and at elevations.
  • Assist with field sampling activities and meter calibration.
  • Climb ladders and scaffolding and enter and exit trucks, tanks, and other containers.
  • Attend compliance and safety update meetings.
  • Inspect drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance.
  • Safely load and unload hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
  • Conduct waste-stream sampling and profiling as needed.
  • Follow local, state or provincial, and federal compliance regulations and rules.
  • Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation and local, state or provincial, and federal requirements.
  • Be available for emergency response on a rotating on-call basis, every other week where applicable.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous relevant labor experience.

About the Company

Clean Harbors

Hazardous waste management and emergency response

Clean Harbors provides environmental and industrial services across North America, focusing on hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning, and maintenance for a wide range of clients including Fortune 500 companies and government agencies. Its offering works by delivering on-site and remote services through service contracts, emergency response fees, and waste disposal charges, supported by an extensive network of facilities and specialized equipment to ensure safe, compliant waste handling. The company differentiates itself through its large scale, broad service mix, and emphasis on meeting stringent environmental compliance and safety standards for demanding customers. Its goal is to grow its market presence and service offerings to be a leading, dependable partner for essential environmental services in North America.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Norwell, MA
Founded
1980

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