What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Cleaning Technician - Paper Mill position at EnviroServe?
Industrial Technician I
Starting Pay: $22.00–$26.00 per hour (based on experience)
Employment Type: Full‑Time
Location: Field‑based / Industrial Paper Mill Services
Why Join EnviroServe?
If you’re looking for hands‑on work, steady hours, and a career with real growth opportunities, this role is for you. As an Technician , you’ll be on the front lines supporting environmental cleanup, industrial cleaning, and emergency response services making a real impact while building valuable skills.
What You’ll Do
Opportunity to advance into more complex projects and higher-level technician roles, including Lead Technician, Equipment Operator, and Onsite Supervisor positions as skills, certifications, and experience grow.
- Perform industrial cleaning, tank cleaning, manual remediation, and waste handling
- Enter confined spaces such as tanks, vaults, and maintenance holes (with proper training and PPE)
- Assist with oil spill response, chemical releases, soil and water remediation, and emergency response events
- Handle, package, load, unload, and document hazardous materials and waste
- Operate hand tools and power equipment such as pressure washers, pumps, air compressors, drills, saws, grinders, jackhammers, vac trucks, air movers, jet machines, and water blasters
- Assist with setup, teardown, and decontamination of job sites and equipment
- Perform equipment inspections and report issues using Geotab™ and WhipAround™ systems
- Load and unload equipment from trucks, trailers, and occasionally watercraft
- Complete daily paperwork including timesheets, job hazard analyses (JHAs), spill reports, labels, and manifests
- Maintain warehouse organization, supplies, equipment, buildings, and grounds
- Follow all safety rules, site‑specific safety plans, and PPE requirements at all times
- Work closely with Project Managers, Drivers, Account Managers, Dispatch, and Customers
- Participate in team meetings, safety briefings, and performance improvement initiatives (5S)
Required Qualifications
- Valid Driver's License
- Ability to pass:
- Pre-employment physical
- Drug and alcohol screening
- Background check
- Company auto insurance qualifications
- OSHA HAZWOPER 40-Hour certification (or ability to obtain)
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- 1-2 years of verifiable industrial cleaning, paper mill services, hydroblasting, vacuum truck, or related industrial maintenance experience a plus
- Ability to read, write, and understand English
- Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate industrial cleaning equipment
- Strong commitment to safety and following established procedures
Physically Able To:
- Wear required PPE (FR clothing, hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, respirator, and other protective gear)
- Lift 50 lbs routinely
- Perform physical labor in active industrial and paper mill environments
- Stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and work extended shifts as required
Working Conditions
- Ability to respond to emergency, outage, and time-critical projects
- Flexible schedule required, including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and call-ins
- Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, dust, and noise
- Comfortable working in confined spaces, at heights, around operating machinery, and on elevated platforms
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision
- Ability to work safely in active paper mill and manufacturing environments
- Travel between customer sites may be required based on business needs
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Company-provided safety training and certifications
- On-the-job training and career advancement opportunities
Working Conditions
- Ability to respond to emergency and time‑critical incidents
- Flexible schedule required, including nights, weekends, holidays, and call‑ins
- Willingness to work in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, humidity)
- Comfortable working in confined spaces, at heights, and occasionally from boats
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- On‑the‑job training and career advancement opportunities
Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $26