Industrial Cleaning Technician

PNE•Lakewood, WA

About The Position

Cowlitz Clean Sweep (CCS), a division of Pacific Northern Environmental LLC, is seeking an Industrial Cleaning Technician to provide industrial cleaning and spill-response services in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. CCS serves pulp and paper mills, oil companies, and other manufacturing and industrial clients across the Pacific Northwest. Responsibilities vary by assignment and may include operating vacuum trucks, handling hoses, hydro blasting with high-pressure water, cleaning tanks, and entering confined spaces. The technician must work collaboratively and follow company and customer safety requirements. The role involves operating and maintaining company vehicles and heavy-duty equipment; using required personal protective equipment; inspecting cleaned surfaces; testing machinery; and providing professional customer service. Work takes place outdoors and in industrial environments, sometimes involving wet or dirty conditions, high noise, hazardous substances, confined spaces, and elevated work. Travel may reach 25%, including occasional overnight travel. Regular on-call availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is required. The position also requires participation in respiratory protection, DOT medical qualification, and audiometric testing programs. Pacific Northern Environmental LLC describes itself as a multi-state organization with operating offices in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Hawaii, and projects across the United States. Employment offers are contingent on successful background screening, motor vehicle record review, and drug testing. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid driver's license and ability to be insured under the company insurance plan.
At least 2 years of experience in roles involving intensive physical activity, including repetitive lifting up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing, bending, and climbing.
Regular on-call availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and in wet or dirty conditions.
Ability to frequently move hoses and other work-related equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to observe details at close range and communicate and exchange information accurately.
Ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and platforms.
Ability to travel up to 25%, with some overnight travel required.
Ability to work around potential hazards, including chemicals, fumes, and hazardous substances, and in consistently high noise levels.
Ability to perform tasks in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
Meet facial-hair standards for respiratory protection and maintain facial hair that does not interfere with the seal of a tight-fitting respirator.
Successfully complete and maintain required DOT physical examinations, including baseline and periodic recertification.
Successfully complete baseline and periodic audiometric testing.
Participate in the respiratory protection program, maintain required medical clearance and fit testing, and wear required PPE.
Successfully complete post-offer background screening, motor vehicle record review, and drug testing.

Responsibilities

Safely operate and maintain company vehicles as required, following traffic laws and company policies.
Operate heavy-duty work equipment, including high-pressure pumps and vacuum trucks, and use industrial cleaning agents.
Wear and properly use required personal protective equipment in accordance with safety regulations and company policies.
Follow company and customer safety policies and procedures related to operations, equipment, and emergency response.
Inspect cleaned surfaces to ensure they meet company and customer expectations.
Represent the company professionally and provide good customer service.
Work with maintenance staff as a team to meet company quality standards.
Test machinery and equipment as needed.
Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
Keep safety and mill training up to date.
Participate in the company respiratory protection program and maintain required medical clearance and fit testing.
Maintain applicable DOT medical and audiometric qualifications.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision options for employees and eligible dependents.
Voluntary and company-paid life and AD&D coverage.
Specialty prescription drug programs.
Group AFLAC options, including hospital, critical illness, and accident plans.
Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA).
Pre-tax dependent care savings account (DCSA).
Telehealth through Teladoc.
401(k) with discretionary annual company matching contributions.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Paid trainings and certifications.
Paid leave, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, jury duty, and bereavement for qualifying employees.
Profit sharing of up to $2,000 per year for qualifying employees.
Annual company events.
Safety incentives.