What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Technician I position at MPW Environmental Services?
We're looking for a dependable Equipment Technician I to safely operate specialized industrial equipment while supporting environmental and industrial cleaning projects at customer sites. In this hands-on role, you'll help deliver high-quality service by maintaining equipment, assisting field crews, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to MPW standards.
What You'll Bring
- A safety-first mindset with a commitment to following established procedures, PPE requirements, and safe work practices.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and perform basic equipment maintenance in the field.
- Dependability and flexibility to respond to emergency service calls, changing schedules, and customer needs.
- A team-oriented attitude with excellent work ethic and a focus on delivering outstanding customer service.
What You'll Do
- Operate industrial equipment including water blasting, vacuum, and wash truck systems at customer locations.
- Set up water blast hoses, vacuum hoses, and other equipment needed to safely complete assigned projects.
- Transport equipment to and from customer job sites.
- Perform minor repairs and routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment in the field.
- Monitor and maintain proper oil, fluid, and equipment operating levels.
- Assist field crews with manual labor and industrial cleaning activities as needed.
- Use specialized equipment to remove materials through vacuuming, water blasting, and pipe, tube, or hole lancing.
- Clean and inspect equipment before returning it to the branch location.
- Support labor personnel to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
- Maintain equipment readiness while working independently with limited access to shop tools.
- Deliver professional customer service while representing MPW at client sites.
- Complete additional duties as assigned to support operational needs.
What You'll Need
- High school diploma or vocational/technical training preferred; some high school education considered.
- One to two years of hands-on equipment maintenance or heavy equipment experience preferred.
- Mechanical knowledge and experience operating or maintaining industrial equipment preferred.
- CDL preferred but not required.
- MPW certification to operate at least one designated piece of equipment (Water Blaster, Wet/Dry Vacuum, or Wash Truck) or the ability to successfully obtain certification.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds and perform heavy manual labor throughout the workday.
- Ability to bend, kneel, squat, stoop, climb, and work in confined spaces as required.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators, while working around chemicals, fumes, and other industrial hazards.
- Ability to remain alert and safely perform physically demanding work in varying environmental conditions.
- Ability to travel for projects that may require overnight or extended stays and work shifts that exceed eight hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency response assignments as business needs require.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive pay and career growth opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Time off and floating holidays
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to give back to your community
- Employee referral bonus program
- Wellness benefits that support your overall health and well-being
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Stable company with long-term career opportunities
Who Thrives Here
Individuals who value meaningful work and enjoy being part of a supportive, team-oriented environment take initiative, communicate clearly, and continuously look for ways to improve processes and service, while understanding that great results come from collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to doing things the right way.
You’ll fit right in if you are:
- Motivated by purpose and service
- Reliable and committed to quality work
- A strong communicator and team player
- Curious and open to learning new things
- Solution-oriented and proactive
- Someone who values respect, teamwork, and professionalism
We believe great workplaces are built on trust, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement.