Industrial Cleaning Technician

MPW•Gaston, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a dependable Technician to support industrial and environmental cleaning operations across a variety of customer worksites. This role involves hands-on use of specialized tools and equipment to safely and efficiently complete cleaning projects in demanding environments.

Requirements

Valid government-issued ID 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 PPE 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

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in industrial, mechanical, or maintenance environments preferred
Background in outdoor manual labor or physically demanding work strongly preferred
2–3 years of hands-on experience with tools or heavy equipment is a plus

Responsibilities

Follow all MPW health and safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment
Report to 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 dry and wet vacuum hoses (6” and 8”) 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