5K Sign On Bonus- HAZMAT General Laborer /Field Service Technician II

CleanHarbors • Fredericksburg, VA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Hepaco, a Clean Harbors company, is seeking a Field Services Technician II to join its safety-conscious team in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The role is active in the field and involves tasks associated with hazardous-waste cleanup, site remediation, equipment decontamination, and handling hazardous materials. The position involves travel, on-call duties, and emergency response. New hires must attend a one-week, out-of-state training academy; the company pays travel expenses.

The hourly pay range is $22.00–$25.00. Emergency response is a continuing condition of employment, including rotating on-call duty every other week. Emergency responses may extend beyond eight hours, up to 12–24 hours, and weekend or holiday work may occasionally be required.

Requirements

• Reliable transportation.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to perform the physical functions described in the job responsibilities.
• Previous relevant labor experience.
• Successful completion of a background check, drug test, and physical, as applicable to the position.
• For positions requiring respirators, meet the facial-hair standards under OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.34.
• Agree to on-call availability as a continuing condition of employment.
• Attend a required one-week, out-of-state training academy; travel expenses are paid by the company.

Nice To Haves

• Previous relevant labor experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and procedures, making health and safety the primary priority.
• Perform strenuous physical labor, including lifting and pulling heavy objects.
• Operate light and heavy equipment and use hand tools, powered industrial tools, and vibration-producing tools.
• Wear and properly use personal protective equipment, including respirators and skin, face, hand, and foot protection.
• Work indoors and outdoors in various temperatures and weather conditions, and in environments with possible exposure to hazardous, toxic, or corrosive agents.
• Work in potentially noisy environments and confined spaces, including low-clearance areas, and at elevations using ladders and scaffolding.
• Assist with field sampling and meter calibration.
• Climb ladders and scaffolding and get into and out of trucks, tanks, and other containers.
• Work extended periods exceeding eight hours when required.
• 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.
• Complete associated paperwork, including worksheets, vehicle and equipment inspections, and permits.
• Follow applicable local, state, and federal compliance regulations and rules.
• Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT and applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
• Follow company operating procedures and environmental health and safety guidelines.
• Be available for rotating on-call emergency response every other week.
• Perform site remediation, equipment decontamination, and hazardous-material handling as assigned by position.
• Perform lead responsibilities as assigned by position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Company-paid training.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus.

What This Job Offers

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