Traveling Laborer​/Chemical Cleaner

Hydro Blaster / Field 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 and proper execution of HPC-Industrial jobs across all service lines.

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full‑time employment
• Group 401 k with company matching component
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (U.S. only)
• Generous paid time off, company‑paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environment
• Opportunities for growth and development at all stages of your career

• Act as safety representative responsible for safety policies & procedures of both the company and the customer, including hands‑on information regarding operations, safety, equipment, emergency response and 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, chemical cleaning equipment, vacuum trucks & cutting equipment used on the job.
• May be required to examine surfaces cleaned to ensure conformance to company & customer specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance on company equipment used on the job.
• For those in a supervisory 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.

• See, read, distinguish, and understand signs in the work area.
• Hear and 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 50 lbs 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, including 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°F, 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 40 lbs.
• 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 compliance with company’s driving policy when operating company vehicles or using personal vehicles on company business.
• Knowledgeable in the operation of emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers.
• Provide Federal Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC).

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