Response Technician

Triumvirate Environmental•Northampton, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Triumvirate Environmental is seeking a Response Technician to join its team in Northampton, Pennsylvania. The technician assists with emergency spill response, environmental cleanup, waste handling, equipment setup, and general field support under the direction of experienced technicians and supervisors. The position reports to the Response Operations Manager and provides hands-on experience while developing response skills, safety awareness, and knowledge of environmental regulations and company procedures. This is an onsite, field-based role. Work may take place in environments involving chemicals, hazardous materials, confined spaces, and other challenging field conditions. The role includes on-call emergency response coverage and requires regular overtime, flexible work hours, and the ability to report to the Northampton office within one hour during emergency response situations. The technician frequently handles hazardous chemicals and biological waste and puts on and takes off personal protective equipment; the role is considered safety-sensitive.

Requirements

Willingness and ability to participate in an on-call schedule and respond to emergencies outside normal business hours.
Ability to travel overnight as needed.
Ability to perform physical labor and work outdoors in a variety of conditions.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to follow direction while working independently and as part of a team.
Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, RCRA, CAA, CWA, and other applicable environmental and safety regulations.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and safety management systems.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Eligibility to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Willingness to consent to a Motor Vehicle Record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen inclusive of THC.
Participation in the company's random drug screening program, inclusive of THC, after employment.
Ability to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis.
Ability to work overtime on a regular basis.
Willingness to work flexible hours within the Monday-through-Friday work week.
Ability to report to the Northampton office within one hour during emergency response situations.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of experience in EHS, environmental remediation, construction, industrial services, transportation, or a related field.
Active 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
Experience with hazardous waste operations, environmental remediation, transportation, industrial services, or construction.
Prior relevant industry experience.
Active HAZWOPER 24- or 40-hour certification.
Willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Respond to assigned emergency spills and environmental cleanup projects, including 24/7/365 coverage, nights, weekends, holidays, and other non-standard hours.
Assist with spill containment, cleanup, decontamination, environmental remediation, and hazardous and non-hazardous waste handling.
Set up, operate, and break down response equipment, including pumps, hoses, absorbents, containers, and tools.
Operate hand, power, and cutting tools as trained and authorized.
Load, unload, label, stage, and handle materials, containers, tools, and equipment.
Support drum and container management in accordance with company procedures and applicable regulations.
Work safely in varied environments, including those involving chemicals, hazardous materials, confined spaces, and other challenging field conditions.
Interact professionally with emergency services and regulatory agencies, as directed.
Complete required field documentation, equipment inspections, and Daily Work Records.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas, vehicles, and equipment.
Follow safety policies, site requirements, and supervisor direction, and properly use required PPE.
Participate in required training and maintain applicable certifications.
Support Waste Management and Field Services departments as needed.