Daytime Emergency Response; ER) Technician

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Full Time Technical Saint Paul, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $25.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Bay West is a leader in environmental consulting and remediation, providing industrial, environmental, and emergency response services for more than 50 years. Our commitment to safety, innovation, and quality has earned the trust of clients across a wide range of industries. At Bay West, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your career in a collaborative and supportive environment.

We are seeking a Daytime Emergency Response (ER) Technician to support field operations involving both hazardous and non-hazardous materials. This role is critical to maintaining operational readiness and providing logistical and hands‑on support for Emergency Response, Industrial Services, and Facilities operations.

• Serve as the Site Supervisor for daytime Emergency Response (ER) services, with flexibility to adjust work hours as needed. Time is typically divided between ER activities (50%), Industrial Services project support (25%), and equipment maintenance, training, and other operational duties (25%).
• Respond to and conduct emergency and non‑emergency cleanup activities involving hazardous and non‑hazardous materials in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.
• Support waste transportation and disposal efforts for both Emergency Response and regular waste management projects while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Assist with project setup and preparation, including equipment staging, tracking inventory and usage, transporting and restocking rental equipment, and conducting decontamination spot checks.
• Perform sampling and monitoring of hazardous and non‑hazardous materials and wastes while maintaining accurate and reliable data collection.
• Prepare daily field reports, sketches, waste disposal documentation, and post‑incident reports. Complete additional documentation as needed to support project and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct routine maintenance and service on equipment used during project operations.
• Maintain proficiency in Emergency Response and Oil Spill Removal Organization (OSRO) equipment and ensure proper operation and upkeep.
• Complete a variety of ER and Industrial Services activities as assigned by management.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to support project success, address safety concerns, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and HR requirements while actively participating in team and departmental initiatives.
• Participate in an after‑hours ER on‑call rotation, approximately one week every six to eight weeks.
• Provide field technician support on Industrial Services projects as needed.
• Travel for out‑of‑town project work lasting 2‑5 days on occasion.
• Occasionally work weekends as business needs require.

• High school diploma or GED and 3-5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current OSHA 40‑Hour HAZWOPER certification, including all required refreshers.
• Confined Space Entry (CSE) training and certification.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Working knowledge of hand and power tools and basic equipment mechanics.
• Ability to operate specialty equipment with basic proficiency, including truck and trailer combinations (under 26,000 pounds), skid loaders, spill response watercraft, forklifts, product transfer pumps, and drum‑head vacuums.
• Basic knowledge of…