Environmental Field Technician

Environmental Field Technician

Location: Vernon, Connecticut

Job Description At Resource Options (ROI), we understand the biggest asset of any company is its people. We are looking for people like us who take pride in their work, are good team-players, are professional and know how to put in an honest day's work. If you share these values, we would enjoy meeting you. Come join our team! We are looking for self-motivated Environmental Field Technicians to join our growing team in the Vernon area! The Field Technicians responsibilities may include but are not limited to performing confined space entries, soil remediation, chemical decontamination, underground and above ground storage tank cleaning and closure, sample collection, separator cleaning and emergency response services.

Position Responsibilities:

• Determination/eagerness to learn and retain a basic knowledge of daily work practices
• Develop an understanding of DOT, EPA & OSHA regulations
• Understand and execute all required paperwork
• Pickup and delivery of hazardous and non-hazardous waste and materials with a sharp focus on customer service
• Ability to wear a respirator for 4- 6 hours per day
• Provide clients with high-quality and professional customer service
• Assist Supervisor, Leadsman and other Equipment Operators as requested
• Complete emergency response training and be placed on an emergency response team
• Ability to lift items that weigh up to 75 lbs.
• Ensure Health & Safety is the number one priority by following policies, procedures, and acting in a safe manner at all times
• Experience handling hazmat material (preferred not required)
• Maintain a good working order and appearance of assigned Company vehicles and any other assigned equipment
• Provide timely reporting of work related accidents and incidents to their supervisor

Position Qualifications:

• OSHA 40 Certification (Training Provided)
• Basic knowledge of, or interest in, environmental services and hazardous waste field
• Self-motivated person with the desire to learn
• Successful completion of OSHA/ DOT physical examination which includes drug and alcohol screening
• Experience with Hazardous Waste removal
• Ability to work 40+ hours a week
• Ability to work over time if needed

Now in our 24th year of operation, ROI partners with professionals in the Design, Construction and Environmental industries to help them identify great opportunities within their area of expertise. With offices throughout New England, New York and New Jersey, ROI seeks candidates interested in rewarding opportunities with companies serving the natural and built environments. ROI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. ROI intends to provide a safe and drug-free work environment for our employees and our clients; as such you may be required to take a pre-employment drug screen before beginning employment.