Industrial Cleaning Technician

MPW•Decatur, GA

About The Position

The Industrial Cleaning Technician supports industrial and environmental cleaning operations across a variety of customer worksites. The role involves hands-on use of specialized tools and equipment to complete cleaning projects safely and efficiently in demanding environments. Technicians follow safety procedures, prepare and operate jobsite equipment, assist team members, and adapt to changing site conditions and project requirements. The work may involve travel to job sites across multiple states for extended periods, physically demanding labor, varied environmental conditions, and extended or non-traditional schedules.

Requirements

Valid government-issued identification is required to access customer worksites.
Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds regularly, with or without accommodation.
Ability to perform continuous physical labor, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing during 8–12 hour shifts.
Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in environments requiring full personal protective equipment, including respirators.
Ability to work in varying conditions, including extreme temperatures, industrial noise, dust, and exposure to chemicals or fumes.
Ability to maintain alertness, situational awareness, and fitness for duty throughout the workday.
Willingness to travel to job sites across multiple states for extended periods, including days or weeks at a time.
Flexibility to work extended hours, overtime, weekends, and non-traditional schedules based on project demands.
Strong work ethic and reliability, including arriving on time, prepared, and ready to work in a safety-focused environment.
Mechanical aptitude and comfort using tools, hoses, and industrial equipment with attention to proper handling and care.
Ability to work effectively with crew members while following supervisors’ direction.
Initiative and accountability in taking ownership of assigned tasks and maintaining awareness of active jobsite conditions.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in industrial, mechanical, or maintenance environments.
Background in outdoor manual labor or physically demanding work.
Two to three years of hands-on experience with tools or heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

Follow MPW health and safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
Report to the assigned branch or jobsite on time, in proper uniform, and prepared for daily assignments.
Set up jobsite equipment, including water blast hoses, vacuum hoses, barricades, and safety tags.
Operate water blasting tools, including guns and lances, for industrial cleaning applications.
Handle 6-inch and 8-inch dry and wet vacuum hoses for material removal and environmental cleaning.
Use manual tools such as shovels and picks to assist with debris removal and job completion.
Operate automated tooling and specialized cleaning equipment as required by the job.
Assist in the safe operation of aerial platform lifts and other access equipment when needed.
Maintain awareness of surroundings while working in active industrial environments.
Clean and inspect tools and equipment before returning them to the branch location.
Support team members in completing job tasks efficiently and safely.
Adapt to varying jobsite conditions, customer requirements, and work scopes.
Follow scheduling processes and remain flexible to meet operational needs.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.