Vapor Control Foreman

Field Operations & Project Execution:

· Lead and physically participate in mobilization, loading/unloading, equipment staging, hose and piping installation, rig-up, continuous operation, maintenance, rig-down, and demobilization.

· Operate and monitor vapor combustion units, thermal oxidizers, scrubbers, carbon systems, blowers, and associated equipment; track temperatures, pressures, flow, and atmospheric readings.

· Troubleshoot equipment issues that arise during field operations and perform minor repairs or adjustments when safe and within qualifications. Equipment requiring extensive repairs will be referred to an HPC VCM shop. Maintain safe, orderly job sites.

· Assist other HPC Industrial service lines with industrial labor and operations when directed, consistent with training and qualifications.

Crew Leadership, Safety & Reporting:

· Direct daily crew activities, assign work, provide hands-on training, and coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and project priorities.

· Lead pre-job briefings and JSAs; enforce site rules, PPE requirements, atmospheric monitoring, permit conditions, and stop-work authority.

· Coordinate professionally with refinery personnel, customers, contractors, other service lines, and HPC VCM management.

· Complete accurate operating logs, daily activity reports, employee time verification, equipment/consumable tracking, and documentation of delays or scope changes.

Schedule, Travel & Availability:

· Must be able to work any assigned shift, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and extended or irregular schedules as project needs require.

· Must be willing and able to travel approximately 70% of the time. Work assignments may be anywhere in the United States and may involve extended stays or short-notice mobilization.

· Utah is the home base, not a guaranteed work location. Local work may be available depending on Woods Cross, UT industrial service needs, but local assignments are not guaranteed.

· When not on approved PTO/vacation or other protected leave, must be able to respond within one hour of notification. Out-of-state deployments follow applicable travel arrangements and company policy.

· Planned time off must be requested at least two weeks in advance. Approval is based on forecasted workload and staffing coverage. Emergencies and protected leave are handled under applicable policy and law.

· As workload requires, support other HPC Industrial service lines and participate in tank cleaning, hydro blasting, and other non-vapor control projects, as assigned and within applicable training and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Industrial field experience in refining, petrochemical, environmental, tank services, or a similar heavy-industrial environment.

· Demonstrated ability to lead employees while performing labor-intensive fieldwork and working independently with limited supervision.

· Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow equipment procedures, recognize unsafe conditions, and troubleshoot industrial systems.

· Effective communication, documentation, organization, and customer-facing skills.

· Valid driver’s license; ability to meet company driving, site-access, shift, travel, and callout requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Hands-on vapor control, tank degassing, combustion equipment, scrubber, carbon adsorption, or blower experience.

· Experience with refinery permits, atmospheric monitoring (LEL, O2, H2S), and industrial hose/piping assemblies.

· Current HAZWOPER training, TWIC credential, and prior industrial crew leadership experience.

Physical & Work Environment:

Must be able to perform physically demanding work, including lifting and handling hoses/equipment, climbing, kneeling, and prolonged standing. Work will be performed at petroleum refineries, storage terminals, petrochemical facilities, and various other industrial environments, both indoors and outdoors, under variable or extreme conditions. Must be able to wear required PPE and respiratory protection, as applicable, and satisfy all job-related site access, safety, and medical clearance requirements.

What does it take to work for HPC-Industrial?

• Knowledge of Vapor Control Equipment 

• Minimum 1-year experience of verifiable experience as an Vapor Control Equipment Operator or equivalent 

• DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

HPC-Industrial, a Clean Harbors company, is the premier industrial cleaning and environmental services company in North America supporting the upstream, downstream, and utility sectors. HPC-Industrial offers an exceptional three-pronged safety system, innovative career development platform, committed customer service, deep industry expertise, and advanced technology and automation. We are committed to safety, people, growth, service, and performance. We provide the safest, most efficient operational experience for our customers and the most comprehensive training and career development for our employees.

40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.  Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us. 

Join our safety focused team today!  To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careers.cleanharbors.com/. 

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.