Tank Cleaning Technician I
HPC Industrial in Fourchon, LA is seeking a Tank Cleaning Technician I to join our safety conscious team. This role will be active in the field responsible for the performance of tasks associated with hazardous waste clean-up, site-remediation, equipment decontamination and handling of hazardous materials. HPC Industrial is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, HPC Industrial is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology come be part of the solution with us.
Why work for HPC Industrial?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
- Recruiting Pay range
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
- Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
Responsibilities
Ensure Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe mannerEngage in strenuous physical labor including lifting and pulling heavy objectsOperate light and heavy equipment, handles various hand tools and powered industrial tools, works with vibration-producing toolsWear and properly use a variety of personal protective Equipment (PPE). Including respirators, skin, face, hand and foot protection in a multiple number of combinationsWork in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditionsWork in atmospheres and locations with the potential for exposure to various chemical and physical agents, some of which may be hazardous, toxic, or corrosiveWork in potentially elevated noise levels, confined spaces, including lifting in areas of low clearanceWork at elevations including working from ladders and scaffoldingAssist in field sampling activities and calibration of metersClimb ladders, scaffolding and into and out of trucks, tanks, and various other containersWork extended (>8 hrs.) time periods
Attend all compliance and safety update meetingsInspect drums for container integrity and regulatory complianceSafe loading and unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous wasteConduct waste stream sampling and profiling as necessaryComplete associated paperwork, such as worksheets, vehicle inspections, equipment inspections and permitsFollow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rulesSafely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirementsSafely observe all corporate operating guidelines and proceduresObserve all company environmental health and safety operating guidelinesPerform other duties as assignedBy position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other weekBy position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materialsBy position, may perform lead responsibilitiesQualifications
Must have knowledge of tank cleaning.Experienced in confine space entry and the use of SCBA.Must be able to utilize diaphragm pumps, pressure washers, and air compressors.Must be able to work a 14 / 7 schedule.Reliable transportationAbility to perform physical functions per Key ResponsibilitiesThis position includes emergency response, a continuing condition of employment is agreeing to be on-call; on occasion working on weekends and holidays will be required; emergency response situations can extend beyond 8 hours, up to 12-24 hrs.Previous relevant labor experiencePerform physical functions per job requirementsSuccessfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by positionPreferred Qualifications
Valid Driver's licensePrevious relevant labor experienceHPC Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. HPC Industrial is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
