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Field Service Technician (OWS/Grit - CDL Class A)

Liquid Env Solutions of Texas in, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Field Service Technician (OWS/Grit -- CDL Class A) Job Category : Services & Solutions

Requisition Number : FIELD002926

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Posted : January 7, 2026 Full-Time

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Houston, TX 77029, USA

Description Field Service Technician (FST) – Grit / Oil-Water Separator (OWS)

Position Summary

The Field Service Technician (FST) – Grit / Oil-Water Separator (OWS) is responsible for servicing industrial grit systems, oil-water separators, pits, troughs, and related wastewater infrastructure at commercial and industrial customer sites. This role supports environmental compliance, customer safety, and operational reliability through professional service execution, accurate documentation, and adherence to site-specific requirements.

This position operates specialized service vehicles and equipment and requires a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

This route will focus primarily on "Grit" traps and "Oil-water separator" traps

THIS IS A VERY PHYSICAL/LABOR INTENSIVE ROLE

Schedule:

Typical daily 4am Monday through Friday with some Saturdays required

Some days will require flexibility on start time to service specific customer needs

55 to 70 hours per week

Compensation: Starts at $26/hr (with no prior specific industry experience required -- we will train you!!)

Location: 560 Portwall St, Houston

Position requires a Class A, unrestricted license with a Tanker Endorsement (Tanker experience preferred)

Essential Job Functions

Perform scheduled service and maintenance of grit systems, oil-water separators, pits, troughs, and related infrastructure

Operate vacuum trucks and related equipment in accordance with company policies and safety procedures

Remove liquid and solid waste materials, including dense or compacted solids

Perform visual inspections of systems and identify abnormal conditions, damage, or service concerns

Conduct manual removal of material when vacuum service alone is insufficient

Maintain accurate service documentation, including job notes, volumes, and site observations

Communicate professionally with customer representatives, including operations and safety personnel

Follow all site-specific safety rules, PPE requirements, and access procedures

Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and transportation regulations

Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of assigned vehicle and equipment

Industrial, commercial, and outdoor environments

Exposure to weather conditions, odors, and industrial settings

Work may involve confined or controlled-access areas

Use of required PPE, including protective clothing and safety equipment

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform physically demanding work, including frequent heavy lifting and extended hose handling

Ability to manually remove compacted solids from pits, sumps, or troughs when required

Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and working around industrial equipment

Ability to work in varying weather conditions

Qualifications

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required (Class A)

Unrestricted License (ability to drive 10 speed manual CDL trucks)

Ability to safely operate service vehicles and equipment

Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with industrial systems

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow proceduresProfessional communication skills

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Preferred Experience (Not Required)

Industrial wastewater or environmental services experience

Oil-water separator or grit system service experience

Vacuum truck or similar equipment operation

Experience working in regulated or safety-sensitive environments

Position Expectations

Industrial, technical service role

Compliance-focused and detail-oriented

Physically demanding at times

Lower daily stop count than restaurant grease routes, with heavier material per stop

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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