Environmental Service Technician Louisville KY

MIDWEST ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INC•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Midwest Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced, safety-focused Field Service Technician to support industrial waste services throughout the Midwest. The role involves hazardous materials cleanup, industrial cleaning, site remediation, and emergency spill response while maintaining safety and environmental compliance. Work takes place at customer sites and company locations in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, and may involve local and regional travel, including overnight travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid state driver’s license from the state of residency to operate company vehicles.
Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening, background check, and employment verification, with ongoing compliance during employment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, crouch, and perform repetitive hand use.
Ability to work in all weather conditions, including heat, rain, cold, and snow.
Ability to work irregular schedules and long hours, including weekends and holidays, and respond on short notice.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience in the waste management or manufacturing industry.
OSHA Confined Space certification; this may be obtained upon hire.
DOT Hazmat certification; this may be obtained upon hire.
HAZWOPER certification; this may be obtained upon hire.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly to service requests involving hazardous material cleanup, site remediation, and emergency spill response.
Follow safety policies, procedures, and regulations, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
Perform high-pressure water blasting and vacuuming in open areas and permitted confined spaces.
Wear required personal protective equipment and respirators when required, including participating in fit testing and maintaining a clean-shaven face for a secure respirator fit.
Clean work areas, dispose of debris properly, return equipment and materials to the supply trailer, and restock supplies.
Assist with loading and unloading trucks and equipment at the facility.
Operate light and heavy equipment, including pumps, vacuum equipment, generators, and forklifts.
Perform emergency response activities, including chemical and water spill response, tank cleanings, and equipment decontamination.
Recognize and identify hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
Follow verbal, written, and electronic instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
Work in varied weather conditions and maintain flexibility for irregular schedules, long hours, weekends, holidays, and short-notice responses.