IS Technician

HPC Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is looking for a  Hydro blaster/ Field Technician  to join their safety conscious team! This Technician will be responsible for the safe & proper execution of HPC-Industrial jobs across all services lines. Transitioning Military , this is a great opportunity to leverage your skills and training as you return to civilian life. 

  Why work for HPC-Industrial ? 

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!

• Competitive wages

• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment

• Group 401K with company matching component

• Own part of Clean Harbors with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (U.S. Only)

• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement

• Positive and safe work environments

• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities: 

• Act as safety representative responsible for safety policies & procedures of both the company & the customer, including hands-on information regarding operations, safety, equipment, emergency response & administrative functions.

• Hands-on operation, when required, of manual and automated hydro-blasting equipment.

• Operation of special equipment, such as ultra-high-pressure pumps.

• Operate equipment by energizing the pumping equipment and/or any specialized hydro-blasting and/or chemical cleaning equipment, vacuum trucks & cutting equipment being used on the job.

• May be required to examine surface cleaned to ensure conformance to company & customer specifications.

• Perform routine maintenance on company equipment being used on the job.

• In the case of personnel in a supervisor capacity: Interface with customer representatives regarding job setup and scope, ensure performance & customer requirements are met or exceeded and company policies & procedures are implemented at the job site. Report to the branch manager or the designee and implement procedures to obtain results specified by the branch manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Physical demands:

• See, read, distinguish, & understand signs in the work area.

• Hear & distinguish emergency signals while on duty.

• Execute a 180-degree rotary motion of the cervical spine to allow complete movement of the head & neck.

• Must be able to extend arms above head.

• Frequently bend at waist stoop, squat, kneel, reach & crawl.

• Tolerate being wet from head to toe for an unlimited amount of time.

• Climb ladders & work from scaffolding & stationary platforms up to heights of 200 ft.

• Tolerate & function in confined spaces of a minimum of 5 ft inside diameter.

• Hold the back thrust of 50lbs on a straight 66” pipe for a minimum of 1 hour.

• Must be capable of working up to 16 hours per shift.

• Must be physically capable of using both negative pressure and air supplied respirators.

• Must be able to wear protective clothing and/or equipment. This includes, but is not limited to, Nomex coveralls, a back belt, slickers, rubber boots, a fresh air breathing mask, an escape pack, and a hard hat.

• Work under extreme climate conditions (excessive high heat index of 95 degree Fahrenheit, 98% humidity; and sub-zero weather conditions) relative to geographical location.

• Exposure to dust (chemical & environmental), fumes, (chemical & fluids). Exhaust & highly pressurized fluids. (A respirator will be provided when required.)

• Noise levels exceed 85 dBA (hearing protection is provided and required.)

• Lift & maintain a minimum of 40lbs.

What does it take to work for HPC-Industrial ? 

• Specific vocational preparation including classroom safety training, on-the-job training & essential experience gained on other jobs.

• Language proficiency: understands English at a level to comprehend safety training & respond to instructions in emergency situations.

• Valid driver’s license and other requirements of company’s driving policy required when driving company vehicle or using personal vehicle on company business.

• Must be knowledgeable in the operation of emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers.

• Provide Federal Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC).