Leak Detection Technician Industrial Services
About The Position
HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is hiring a Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) Technician to work at a customer site in an industrial setting. The technician identifies, documents, and tags fugitive emissions from industrial components, including valves, pumps, connectors, and tanks, to support environmental compliance and repairs. The role uses specialized leak-detection equipment, such as Toxic Vapor Analyzers, Flame Ionization Detectors, and Optical Gas Imaging cameras, to inspect and monitor components, record results, and report leaks. The technician also follows company and customer safety procedures and provides timely industrial services while supporting good customer relations. The work environment may include refineries, petrochemical facilities, utilities, pulp and paper mills, and other industrial sites. The work is physically active, potentially strenuous, and may involve long-distance walking, extended standing, working at heights, climbing ladders or scaffolding, loud environments, and travel to remote sites. The standard schedule is Monday through Thursday, four 10-hour shifts, with overtime available as needed; availability for other shifts, Fridays, weekends, and holidays may be required based on site needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
- Obtain or possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC); required within 30 days of hire.
- Strong mechanical ability.
- Ability to wear required protective clothing and equipment, including Nomex coveralls, a back belt, slicker suits, rubber boots, a fresh-air breathing mask and escape pack, and a hard hat.
- Ability to wear a 15-pound backpack.
- Ability to work at heights.
- Physical stamina to walk long distances, stand for extended periods, climb ladders or scaffolding (sometimes up to 300 feet), and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Availability to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays, and Fridays when needed on site.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Department of Transportation regulations, EPA waste codes, manifesting, and Land Disposal Restrictions.
- Confined space entry training and 40-hour OSHA training.
- Knowledge of Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) requirements and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Follow health and safety practices, company policies, procedures, and site processes.
- Perform scheduled field inspections of valves, connectors, pumps, tanks, and other components to detect volatile organic compound leaks.
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain monitoring equipment, including analyzers such as Flame Ionization Detectors.
- Record inspection data, tag leaking components, and manage inventory in databases such as LeakDAS, GuideWare, and SkyBridge.
- Comply with environmental regulations, including applicable EPA requirements, and site safety protocols.
- Coordinate with maintenance teams to report leaks and verify repairs.
- Perform physically strenuous labor, including lifting, pulling, and pushing heavy objects.
- Provide quality, timely industrial cleaning services and maintain good customer relations.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment.
- Group 401(k) with company matching.
- Opportunities for career growth and development.
- Paid time off.
- Company-paid training.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Positive and safe work environments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
