Environmental Field Technician
Environmental Field Technician
Tonawanda, NY
$45,760-$54,080On-site
Oil and Gas
About This Job
Position: Environmental Field Technician
Location: Tonawanda, NY
Compensation: $22.00-$26.00/hour
What We Are Looking For
The Environmental Technician is responsible for the safe removal, collection, handling, transportation, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous materials from industrial sites, oil fields, wastewater treatment plants, and other facilities. The role requires strict adherence to safety protocols, regulatory compliance, and emergency response preparedness.
What You Will Do
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Safely collect and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
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Properly handle including waste chemicals, oil, or sludge, to designated disposal or treatment sites.
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Follow protocols for the safe removal of contaminants, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, and suits.
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Ensure that all safety protocols are followed during operations, including the correct use of PPE and equipment.
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Participate in safety training, emergency response drills, and routine safety audits to minimize risks on-site.
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Interact with customers to understand their needs and provide information on the waste removal process.
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Maintain a professional demeanor while delivering services and addressing any customer concerns or questions.
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Perform tasks associated with emergency response, hazardous waste clean-up, site remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials.
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Ability to work during scheduled hours, with occasional work on nights, weekends, and variable schedules as necessary.
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Work in industrial settings such as factories, chemical plants, warehouses, construction sites, and power plants.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required by personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
What You Will Need
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40-hour HAZWOPER, OSHA 10, Confined Space Entry and LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) certification preferred.
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Experience with emergency response crews in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil, and water.
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Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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Ability to work in a physically demanding role, including lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.
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Ability to work outdoors in all climate conditions and indoors in non-climate-controlled environments.
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Ability to multi-task, manage shifting priorities, and follow through on projects.
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Excellent client interaction and organizational skills.
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Willingness to wear company-issued PPE, including safety glasses, hard hat, steel-toed shoes, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator as needed.
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Ability to work 12-hour days, varying schedules, nights, weekends, and holidays.
What We Offer
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Competitive starting hourly rate
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Generous medical insurance offerings
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Dental and vision plans
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Company-paid life insurance
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Company-paid short-term disability
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401(k) with company match
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Health savings accounts
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Generous Paid Time Off policies
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7 paid holidays
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Employee and family assistance program
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Company-paid training
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Safety incentives
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Years of service incentives
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Company provided uniforms and PPE
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Boot allowance
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