Environmental Service Technician Louisville KY

Field Service Technician Midwest Environmental Services Inc. has been operating for over 40 years within the environmental services industry. With locations in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana we specialize in industrial cleaning, industrial waste disposal, materials recycling, emergency response, used oil recycling, waste water disposal services, material storage, and site remediation. Midwest prides itself on being an industry leader in providing expert Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Transportation needs for a wide range of industries nationwide.

Midwest Environmental Services is seeking an experienced, safety-focused Field Service Technician to join a close-knit, efficient team supporting industrial waste services throughout the Midwest Region. This position plays a key role in hazardous materials cleanup, industrial cleaning, and emergency spill response while maintaining the highest standards of safety and environmental compliance.

Essential Job Functions Respond promptly to service requests involving hazardous material cleanup, site remediation, and emergency spill response

Maintain health and safety as the top priority by strictly following all safety policies, procedures, and regulations

Perform high-pressure water blasting and vacuuming in open areas and permitted confined spaces

Properly recognize and wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, long pants, and long-sleeve shirts

Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures using an individual lock and key when working with hazardous energy sources

Clean work areas, properly dispose of debris, and ensure all equipment and materials are returned to the supply trailer before leaving a job site Restock supplies used during the workday

Assist with loading and unloading trucks and equipment at the facility

Operate light and heavy equipment including pumps, vacuum equipment, generators, and forklifts

Perform emergency response activities such as chemical and water spill response, tank cleanings, and equipment decontamination

Wear respirators when required, including participation in fit testing, clean shaven for a secure fitMeet physical demands including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, walking, bending, crouching, and repetitive hand useWork in all weather conditions and on customer sites, including heat, rain, cold, and snow Maintain flexibility to work irregular schedules, long hours, weekends, holidays, and respond on short notice

Ability to recognize and identify hazardous and non-hazardous materials

Ability to follow verbal, written, and electronic instructions

Strong teamwork, reliability, and willingness to learn

Qualifications

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the waste management or manufacturing industry preferred, but not required.

Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening, background check, employment verification, and ongoing compliance during employment.

Education, Certifications & Licenses High school diploma or equivalent required.

Valid state driver’s license from state of residency to operate company vehicles.

OSHA Confined Space certification preferred (may be obtained upon hire).DOT Hazmat certification preferred (may be obtained upon hire).HAZWOPER certification preferred (may be obtained upon hire).Work Locations
27 Kiesland Court, Hamilton, OH  Spring Grove Avenue, Cincinnati, OH  Algonquin Parkway, Louisville, KY  W 200 N, Greenfield, IN 46140

Work Schedule Job Type: Full-Time Expected

Hours:

40–50 per week

Day shift, Monday–Friday Nights as needed

Overtime and weekends as required

Travel Requirements Approximately 80% local travel with home return nightly.

Approximately 20% travel to support other Midwest locations.

Up to 20% overnight…