Republic Services
Field Technician II Environmental Solutions
Republic Services, San Jose, California, United States, 95112
Environmental Services Field Technician II
The Environmental Services (ES) Field Technician II works under general supervision, receives general work instructions, and applies limited judgment in resolving problems. Work is semi-routine in nature, and the incumbent makes decisions within a moderate scope, while also having the opportunity to train or guide less experienced team members. The Environmental Services (ES) Field Technician II performs operational functions related to emergency response, hazardous and non-hazardous spill clean-up, and hazmat decontamination work. Principal Responsibilities: Performs tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, sweeping and shoveling, high-pressure washing, and various other remedial activities in confined space entry, such as manholes. Responds to customer spills and emergencies during regular business hours and after hours. Performs general housekeeping, including maintenance of equipment and the work site. Operates light and heavy equipment relating to clean-up, including roll-off truck, vacuum truck, box trucks, skid steer, forklift, pumps, and pallet-jack. Performs pre-trip and post-trip Department of Transportation Inspections and maintains vehicle logs. Performs all responsibilities safely and efficiently, ensuring adherence to all safety policies and regulations that govern job performance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to read, write, and comprehend documents such as operational, technical, process, safety, and quality instructions. Skilled in using hand and shop tools and instruments. Understands the dangers of working with or around chemicals and is able to read and understand safety data sheets to take the necessary steps required to mitigate dangers. Willingness to provide input on working practices to ensure departmental goals are met and exceeded. Has the confidence to inform colleagues of unsafe working practices or conditions. A positive attitude and high level of mental resilience. Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth, promotes the Company's safety standards. Ability to use heavy and light equipment, such as forklift, pallet-jack, skid steer, and other equipment. Skilled in using hand and shop tools and instruments. Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail. Must be able to prioritize, stay focused, and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities. Proficiency with light tablet/PC use. General understanding of waste management process, including waste manifests. Class C driver's license with Hazmat endorsement is preferred. Current confined space entry certificate or ability to obtain upon hire is preferred and may be required in some locations. Some states may require a certificate to operate equipment (i.e., man-lift, hoisting license, scissor lift). Minimum Qualifications: 2 - 4 Years of relevant work experience. Current 40-hour HAZWOPER Training or ability to pass course upon hire. Ability to position self to move objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Valid driver's license. Experience working with light and heavy equipment and responding to hazardous and non-hazardous emergencies or cleanup. Pay Range: $25.44 - $38.16 Rewarding Compensation and Benefits Eligible employees can elect to participate in: Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. Health care and dependent care spending accounts. Short- and long-term disability. Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). Employee discount programs. 401(k) plan with a generous company match. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste, and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.
The Environmental Services (ES) Field Technician II works under general supervision, receives general work instructions, and applies limited judgment in resolving problems. Work is semi-routine in nature, and the incumbent makes decisions within a moderate scope, while also having the opportunity to train or guide less experienced team members. The Environmental Services (ES) Field Technician II performs operational functions related to emergency response, hazardous and non-hazardous spill clean-up, and hazmat decontamination work. Principal Responsibilities: Performs tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, sweeping and shoveling, high-pressure washing, and various other remedial activities in confined space entry, such as manholes. Responds to customer spills and emergencies during regular business hours and after hours. Performs general housekeeping, including maintenance of equipment and the work site. Operates light and heavy equipment relating to clean-up, including roll-off truck, vacuum truck, box trucks, skid steer, forklift, pumps, and pallet-jack. Performs pre-trip and post-trip Department of Transportation Inspections and maintains vehicle logs. Performs all responsibilities safely and efficiently, ensuring adherence to all safety policies and regulations that govern job performance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to read, write, and comprehend documents such as operational, technical, process, safety, and quality instructions. Skilled in using hand and shop tools and instruments. Understands the dangers of working with or around chemicals and is able to read and understand safety data sheets to take the necessary steps required to mitigate dangers. Willingness to provide input on working practices to ensure departmental goals are met and exceeded. Has the confidence to inform colleagues of unsafe working practices or conditions. A positive attitude and high level of mental resilience. Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth, promotes the Company's safety standards. Ability to use heavy and light equipment, such as forklift, pallet-jack, skid steer, and other equipment. Skilled in using hand and shop tools and instruments. Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail. Must be able to prioritize, stay focused, and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities. Proficiency with light tablet/PC use. General understanding of waste management process, including waste manifests. Class C driver's license with Hazmat endorsement is preferred. Current confined space entry certificate or ability to obtain upon hire is preferred and may be required in some locations. Some states may require a certificate to operate equipment (i.e., man-lift, hoisting license, scissor lift). Minimum Qualifications: 2 - 4 Years of relevant work experience. Current 40-hour HAZWOPER Training or ability to pass course upon hire. Ability to position self to move objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Valid driver's license. Experience working with light and heavy equipment and responding to hazardous and non-hazardous emergencies or cleanup. Pay Range: $25.44 - $38.16 Rewarding Compensation and Benefits Eligible employees can elect to participate in: Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. Health care and dependent care spending accounts. Short- and long-term disability. Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). Employee discount programs. 401(k) plan with a generous company match. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste, and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.