Industrial Environmental Technician

Job Description

Job Description

An AIS Technician is responsible for tasks associated with industrial plant site clean-up.

We use vacuums, high pressure water and dry ice blasting equipment, hazardous waste and decontamination clean-up equipment, and handle hazardous and non-hazardous waste and materials. This position offers great opportunity to work as part of a team, grow skill set, and advance from entry-level to supervisory roles at AIS.

REPORTS TO:

Regional Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate light and heavy equipment to include, but not limited to, pumps, vacuum equipment, hydro blasting equipment, forklifts, man lifts, jackhammers, and other light and heavy equipment.
• Perform activities to include, but not limited to, clean-up of chemical and water spills, tank cleaning, boiler cleaning, equipment decontamination, and other duties as assigned.
• Perform vehicle inspections, equipment inspections and Health & Safety inspections.
• Perform strenuous physical labor to include, but not limited to lifting, pulling, and pushing heavy objects.
• Ensures proper use of equipment and immediately notifies supervisor of any mechanical failures and/or problems with equipment.
• Maintain professional appearance and demeanor while on jobsites and in uniform.
• Maintain quick and immediate response when on call.
• Main a valid driver’s license, acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR), and pass a DOT medical physical, drug screening, and criminal history check.
• Construction field or industrial / environmental related experience is a plus.
• Strong mechanical ability is preferred.
• Attention to detail and multi-task abilities.
• Willingness to travel if necessary (typically within a 4-hour driving distance or less).
• Complete, AIS provided, training for confined space entry (CSE) and 40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to withstand strenuous physical exertion.

• Ability to spend considerable amounts of time standing, walking, climbing, hoisting, and bending over.

• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, tanks, and other containers.

• Ability to lift 50-75lb.

• Ability to drive a motor vehicle.

• Ability to work in an environment with potentially elevated noise levels and confined spaces.

• Ability to work in atmospheres and locations with the potential for exposure to various chemical and physical agents, some of which may be hazardous, toxic or corrosive.

• Ability to work with little supervision and an aptitude to complete assigned work.

• Ability to properly wear and use personal respirator equipment and other forms of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Ability to be clean shaven in order to wear PPE correctly.

• Ability to withstand shifts that typically, but not always, exceed 8 hours.

• Ability to withstand shifts that may extend beyond 8 hours, up to 12-24 hours.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive rates and benefits package.

• A supportive and dynamic work environment.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a thriving company.