ES Field Technician II

Republic Services • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

The Environmental Services (ES) Field Technician II works under general supervision, receives general work instructions, and applies limited judgment in resolving problems. Work is semi-routine, with decisions made within a moderate scope. The role may also train or guide less experienced team members. The technician performs operational work related to emergency response, hazardous and non-hazardous spill cleanup, and hazardous-material decontamination.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to pass 40-hour HAZWOPER training upon hire.
• Ability to position oneself to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Experience working with light and heavy equipment and responding to hazardous and non-hazardous emergencies or cleanup.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend operational, technical, process, safety, and quality instructions.
• Skill using hand and shop tools and instruments.
• Understanding of the dangers of working with or around chemicals and ability to read safety data sheets and take necessary steps to mitigate hazards.
• Ability to provide input on work practices to help meet and exceed departmental goals.
• Confidence informing colleagues of unsafe work practices or conditions.
• Positive attitude and high mental resilience.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and rules and promote company safety standards.
• Ability to use heavy and light equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and skid steers.
• Accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize, stay focused, and handle multiple diverse responsibilities.
• Proficiency with basic tablet/PC use.
• General understanding of waste management processes, including waste manifests.

Nice To Haves

• Class C driver's license with Hazmat endorsement is preferred.
• Current confined-space entry certificate, or ability to obtain one upon hire; may be required in some locations.
• Some states may require a certificate to operate equipment such as a man-lift or scissor lift, or a hoisting license.
• A valid driver's license may be required for some positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, sweeping and shoveling, high-pressure washing, and other remedial activities, including confined-space entry such as manholes.
• Respond to customer spills and emergencies during regular business hours and after hours.
• Perform general housekeeping, including maintenance of equipment and the work site.
• Operate light and heavy cleanup equipment, including roll-off trucks, vacuum trucks, box trucks, skid steers, forklifts, pumps, and pallet jacks.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip Department of Transportation inspections and maintain vehicle logs.
• Perform responsibilities safely and efficiently, adhering to applicable safety policies and regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed