Industrial Cleaning Technician

PNE•Lakewood, WA

2d•$23 - $28

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 throughout the Pacific Northwest. Duties vary by assignment and may include operating vacuum trucks and high-pressure pumps, handling hoses, hydro blasting, cleaning tanks, and entering confined spaces. The technician must follow company and customer safety procedures, use required PPE, and provide professional service while meeting quality standards. The role involves physically demanding work, regular on-call availability, and travel of up to 25%, with some overnight travel potentially required. This is a safety-sensitive position. Employment offers are contingent on satisfactory background screening, motor vehicle record review, and drug testing. The role also requires participation in respiratory protection, DOT medical examination, and audiometric testing programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid driver's license and eligibility for coverage under the company insurance plan.
At least 2 years of experience in physically intensive work involving repetitive heavy lifting, prolonged standing, bending, and climbing.
Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work for extended periods.
Regular on-call availability, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work outdoors and in wet or dirty conditions, and in environments with potentially hazardous chemicals, fumes, substances, and consistently high noise levels.
Ability to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights using ladders, platforms, or scaffolding.
Ability to observe details at close range and communicate and exchange accurate information.
Ability to meet facial-hair standards for respirator use and participate in the company respiratory protection program, including required medical clearance and fit testing.
Ability to successfully complete and maintain required DOT physical examinations and medical qualifications.
Ability to successfully complete baseline and annual or periodic audiometric testing.
Ability to complete post-offer background screening, motor vehicle record review, and drug testing.

Responsibilities

Safely operate and maintain company vehicles in compliance with 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 relating to operations, equipment, and emergency response.
Inspect cleaned surfaces to ensure they meet company and customer expectations.
Represent the company professionally and provide excellent customer service.
Work with maintenance staff and other team members to meet company quality standards.
Test machinery and equipment as needed.
Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
Keep safety and mill training current.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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