Environmental Technician II (In-Plant Facility)

Job Duties

Who We Are

Quality Work. Quality Results.

Bay West stands at the forefront of the environmental consulting and remediation sector. Our dedication to safety, innovation, and our skilled team has driven us for over fifty years, delivering top-tier environmental consulting, industrial, and emergency response services. At Bay West, you’ll be driven to innovate and make a real impact on environmental issues, all while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

This Opportunity

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Environmental Technician II to join our team! In this role, you will support Industrial Service and emergency response projects, working directly with an aerospace and defense company. Your work will be essential in maintaining safety and environmental standards, primarily through industrial cleanup services. Schedule is Monday through Friday onsite in Burnsville, MN from 2PM to 9PM CT.

No prior experience necessary, we are willing to train the right candidate!

Your Key Responsibilities

Perform beryllium dust and sandblast dust cleaning using HEPA vacuums and manual wiping as part of daily cleaning procedures in an industrial setting five evening shifts per week.

Change Torit filters as needed.

Maintain PPE and equipment at the facility and communicate with the Bay West project manager and client project manager as needs arise.

Complete daily work completed checklists.

Conduct hazardous waste operations and clean-up as required.

Assist with daytime industrial services and emergency response projects, including tank cleanings, water blasting, facility decontaminations and cleanings on an as needed basis.

Prepare daily diaries, reports, field sketches, post-incident closure reports of all project activity to ensure records are accurate and complete.

Effectively communicate observations or concerns regarding health, safety, or work environment conditions to internal and external stakeholders, both verbally and in writing, maintaining a courteous and professional demeanor to ensure clear understanding and appropriate action.

Actively participate on an after-hour On-Call Emergency Response (ER) team – approximately one week every six to eight weeks.

Occasionally required to work on a Saturday or Sunday.

Minimum Education Required

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED or 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum Experience Required

Possess a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record, required

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here:

Possess fundamental knowledge of operating hand and power tools and understanding equipment mechanics

Basic knowledge of small engines, pumps, and blowers

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Possess or have access to reliable means of transportation on a 24-hour basis

Preferred Qualifications

Active OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and any applicable refreshers

Confined Space Entry (CSE) training and certification

Physical Requirements

Ability to function in work environments that sometimes include high heat; high humidity; extreme cold; roadway traffic hazards; on water (boat operations) and confined spaces

Must be comfortable wearing a full-face respirator for extended periods of time

Adequate vision and hearing to safely see teammates hand signals and hear warning communication in low light

Substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers (including reaching, grasping, twisting, pushing, and pulling)

Walking on uneven surfaces & climbing stairs/ladders

Semi-frequent crouching, bending, stooping and twisting, occasionally in tight spaces

Sitting in a vehicle for up to three hours straight

Working while standing during a 12-hour workday

Frequently lifting up to 10 lbs. over an 8-hour period and occasionally up to 50 lbs. over a four-hour period

Occasionally lifting 3-6” diameter hoses that weigh approximately 20 pounds over the head onto hose racks

Managing a 55-gallon drum containing approximately 400 pounds of material onto a drum dolly, then moving the drum using the dolly

Shift

Second (Evening)

Number of Openings

1

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$23.00 - $28.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

55337

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

1443

Job Type

Full Time

Job Benefits

Bay West offers a comprehensive benefits package available to eligible employees, including but not limited to paid time off, health insurance options, ancillary benefits to support life at all stages, 401(k), employee assistance programs, and subsidies for professional development.

Bay West is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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