Field Service Technician - HAZMAT Emergency Response

Field Service Technician - HAZMAT Emergency Response

Clean Harbors is hiring a Field Service Technician for its Fargo, ND location. The role focuses on hazardous waste clean‑up, site remediation, equipment decontamination, and handling of hazardous materials.

Location: Fargo, ND

Base pay range: $15.00/hr – $36.00/hr

Travel is required initially as the field book of business is built. All new hires attend a two‑week Academy training out of state, paid and covered by the company.

• Health and safety is our #1 priority.
• Focus on sustainability and environmental stewardship.
• Starting pay $20‑$22/hr.
• Comprehensive health benefits after 30 days of full‑time employment, including 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan participation.
• Opportunities for growth and development at all career stages.
• Company‑paid training and tuition reimbursement.

• Prioritize health and safety by following policies and acting safely.
• Perform strenuous physical labor, including lifting heavy objects.
• Operate light and heavy equipment, hand tools, and powered industrial tools.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) properly, including respirators and other protective gear.
• Work in varied indoor and outdoor temperatures, all weather conditions.
• Operate in environments with potential chemical or physical hazards, confined spaces, elevated noise, and low‑clearance areas.
• Climb ladders, scaffolding, and access trucks, tanks, and containers.
• Work extended periods (>8 hours) and attend compliance and safety meetings.
• Inspect drums for integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Load and unload hazardous and non‑hazardous waste safely.
• Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling as needed.
• Follow all local, state, and federal compliance regulations.
• Operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT and relevant regulations.
• Observe company health and safety guidelines and directives.
• Assist with scheduling of on‑call emergency response rotations (every other week).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Valid driver’s license and clean MVR.
• Reliable transportation.
• Physical ability to meet job requirements, including extended hours.
• Readiness for on‑call emergency response, including weekends, holidays, and up to 24‑hour shifts.
• Successful background check, drug test, and physical examination.
• Compliance with OSHA respiratory protection standards (facial hair requirements).
• Prior relevant labor experience in hazardous material handling.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Other, Information Technology, and Management

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Contact  or 1‑844‑922‑5547 for accommodations. We are a Military & Veteran friendly company and comply with all applicable pay transparency laws.