Tank Cleaning Technician I

CleanHarbors•Westlake, LA

About The Position

HPC-Industrial, a Clean Harbors company, is seeking a Traveling Environmental Technician to operate mechanical and manual servicing equipment for industrial services, waste management, and tank cleaning. Work is performed according to HPC-Industrial methods, policies, practices, procedures, and applicable regulations. The role operates in a plant environment and requires working as part of a team under supervisor direction. The operation runs 24/7, with alternating day and night shifts and work on nights and weekends. Shifts are 12 hours or longer if requested. The position requires working in both summer heat and winter cold and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

At least 1 year of related experience.
Federal Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
High school diploma or equivalent.
Complete basic safety courses, site-specific procedures, all required local training, and required OSHA training as a condition of employment.
Be physically capable of performing the duties and responsibilities of the position and comply with physical requirements.
Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
Safe driving ability.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
Access to a telephone.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts or longer if requested, including alternating day and night shifts, nights, and weekends.
Ability to work in summer heat and winter cold, in a plant environment, and as part of a team.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Tractor/trailer experience; training may be provided if needed.

Responsibilities

Operate valves and pumps, monitor tank levels, line end-dump trailers, and perform routine housekeeping.
Assist with operating industrial waste treatment equipment and power tools as directed and in accordance with company and client facility rules.
Check equipment at the start of each shift.
Hook up and break down hoses using proper tools when directed by an Operator or Project Manager.
Manually clean, install, fit, and repair valves, caps, hoses, pumps, gaskets, and other external and internal project equipment.
Perform equipment maintenance.
Clean the work area and equipment after work is complete and help maintain a safe, clean workplace.
Assist with pre-job inspections of equipment, hoses, connections, pumps, and the general work area.
Inform a supervisor about deficiencies that could cause accidents, injuries, or lost productivity.
Wear the required personal protective equipment correctly, including any additional equipment specified by a supervisor or client Safety Department.
Promote safety through personal actions and work habits; immediately report accidents and near misses involving oneself, company vehicles, or other job personnel.
Follow supervisor direction and not operate alone.