What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Cleaning Technician position at VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC?
About VLS!
VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40 locations across North America.
Waste Services
VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.
Railcar Services
VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.
Marine Services
VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.
Summary
Job Summary
The Industrial Cleaning Technician performs environmental and industrial cleaning services, emergency spill response, equipment operation, and transportation activities while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer service.
Job Duties
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
Must be able to safely operate company vehicles with or without attached trailers.
Must be capable of backing, maneuvering, loading, and towing trailers safely.
Must Meet All Company Driver Qualification Requirements.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination.
Must successfully complete respiratory medical evaluations and APR fit testing requirements.
Ability to obtain a TWIC card if required.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency response call-outs.
Previous Industrial, Construction, Environmental Services, Or Manufacturing Experience Preferred.
Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently and 75 lbs occasionally with assistance.
Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and perform work at elevated height
Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and perform work at elevated heights while using fall protection equipment.
Ability to wear respiratory protection and other PPE for extended periods.
What's in it for you!
At VLS our employees are the core of our business. As such, we value our employees' physical, mental, and financial wellbeing by providing first class, high value benefits and resources that are centered around a proper work-life balance.
Physical and Mental Wellbeing: VLS is committed to supporting our employees' physical and mental health by providing:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - Based on each employee's need, we offer various high quality, low-premium medical, dental and vision plans, which include our first-in-class concierge service (available in Spanish) and 2nd MD Offering.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Saving Accounts (HSA) -- Set aside pre-tax money to use toward your health care spending. VLS provides an employer contribution to all HSA accounts.
Time Off - We offer 11 (eleven) company-paid holidays, in addition to our paid time off and voluntary time off plans.
Employee Assistance Program -- 24/7 assistance and counseling services that are 100% confidential and free to all employees and their dependents.
Telemedicine -- All employees and dependents receive free virtual visits by licensed practitioners any time, any day...including holidays!
Financial and Retirement Planning: At VLS we offer the following to assist our employees with planning around their finances and saving for retirement:
401(k) - Generous 401(k) matching program after 90 days of employment. VLS will match up to 5% of your pay every pay period. Matching contributions are 100% vested immediately.
Life and Disability Insurance -- Employer-paid life insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage provided to all full-time employees.
Voluntary Life Protection Plans -- Employees and their dependents can elect coverage in our voluntary life/add, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident plans.
Rewards and Recognition Programs -- We celebrate our employees! From birthdays to anniversaries and other various milestones/achievements, we have programs in place to recognize our employees.
Financial Planning - Free One on One financial planning with a certified Financial Planner/Coach.
Employee Discount - Employee Discount Program for savings on everyday goods and services at various retailers throughout the US.
VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40 locations across North America.
Waste Services
VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.
Railcar Services
VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.
Marine Services
VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.
Summary
Job Summary
The Industrial Cleaning Technician performs environmental and industrial cleaning services, emergency spill response, equipment operation, and transportation activities while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer service.
Job Duties
- Perform industrial cleaning services at customer facilities and industrial sites.
- Assist with vacuum truck operations, hydroblasting, tank cleaning, and line jetting.
- Operate pumps, hoses, pressure washers, generators, vacuum equipment, and related tools.
- Conduct spill response and remediation activities.
- Safely operate company vehicles and equipment in accordance with company policies and DOT
- Transport personnel, tools, equipment, and materials to and from job sites.
- Safely tow, back, and maneuver company trailers in customer, industrial, and roadside environments.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and trailers and report deficiencies.
- Follow OSHA, customer, and VLS safety requirements.
- Complete JSAs and required field documentation.
- Utilize required PPE, including respirators when required.
- Perform confined space entry work when trained and authorized.
- Perform work at elevated heights utilizing required fall protection equipment and procedures.
- Maintain clean worksites, vehicles, and equipment.
- Support emergency response operations and after-hours callouts.
- Participate in safety meetings and training programs.
- Assist with waste handling and disposal activities.
- Complete field reports and timesheets accurately.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
Must be able to safely operate company vehicles with or without attached trailers.
Must be capable of backing, maneuvering, loading, and towing trailers safely.
Must Meet All Company Driver Qualification Requirements.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination.
Must successfully complete respiratory medical evaluations and APR fit testing requirements.
Ability to obtain a TWIC card if required.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency response call-outs.
Previous Industrial, Construction, Environmental Services, Or Manufacturing Experience Preferred.
Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently and 75 lbs occasionally with assistance.
Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and perform work at elevated height
Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and perform work at elevated heights while using fall protection equipment.
Ability to wear respiratory protection and other PPE for extended periods.
What's in it for you!
At VLS our employees are the core of our business. As such, we value our employees' physical, mental, and financial wellbeing by providing first class, high value benefits and resources that are centered around a proper work-life balance.
Physical and Mental Wellbeing: VLS is committed to supporting our employees' physical and mental health by providing:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - Based on each employee's need, we offer various high quality, low-premium medical, dental and vision plans, which include our first-in-class concierge service (available in Spanish) and 2nd MD Offering.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Saving Accounts (HSA) -- Set aside pre-tax money to use toward your health care spending. VLS provides an employer contribution to all HSA accounts.
Time Off - We offer 11 (eleven) company-paid holidays, in addition to our paid time off and voluntary time off plans.
Employee Assistance Program -- 24/7 assistance and counseling services that are 100% confidential and free to all employees and their dependents.
Telemedicine -- All employees and dependents receive free virtual visits by licensed practitioners any time, any day...including holidays!
Financial and Retirement Planning: At VLS we offer the following to assist our employees with planning around their finances and saving for retirement:
401(k) - Generous 401(k) matching program after 90 days of employment. VLS will match up to 5% of your pay every pay period. Matching contributions are 100% vested immediately.
Life and Disability Insurance -- Employer-paid life insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage provided to all full-time employees.
Voluntary Life Protection Plans -- Employees and their dependents can elect coverage in our voluntary life/add, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident plans.
Rewards and Recognition Programs -- We celebrate our employees! From birthdays to anniversaries and other various milestones/achievements, we have programs in place to recognize our employees.
Financial Planning - Free One on One financial planning with a certified Financial Planner/Coach.
Employee Discount - Employee Discount Program for savings on everyday goods and services at various retailers throughout the US.