Industrial Services Technician

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC
, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry‑leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America.

VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non‑hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.

Railcar Services

VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult‑to‑clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full‑service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.

Marine Services

VLS Marine Services division offers state‑of‑the‑art barge cleaning, repair, and gas‑free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is the recognized industry leader in providing environmental solutions to our industrial and manufacturing clients. A financially stable company that has experienced significant organic and inorganic growth over the past several years, VLS offers the perks of a big company (competitive pay, great time off packages, and solid benefits, including paid life insurance and a 401(k) match of up to 5%) combined with the collaborative and results‑driven culture of a small one.

The purpose of this position, based out of our Milwaukee facility, is to perform tasks associated with hazardous and non‑hazardous waste clean‑up, site remediation, facility & equipment decontamination, above ground and underground tank cleaning activities, and confined space entry projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that Health and Safety policies and processes are followed as well as acting in a safe manner at all times.
• Operate light and heavy equipment including, but not limited to: pumps, vacuum equipment, generators, pressure washers, skid loaders, and hand power tools.
• Perform work activities related to chemical, oil, and water spills.
• Work in atmospheres and locations with the potential for exposure to various chemical and physical agents, some may be hazardous, toxic, or corrosive.
• Working in confined spaces above & below ground and on & under equipment.
• Working at elevations including working from ladders, scaffolding, and power lifts.
• Completion of associated paperwork, including but not limited to daily worksheets, tailgate safety sheets, vehicle inspections. equipment inspections, and Health and Safety requirements & permits.
• Effectively complete forms and read and understand procedures and safety information.
• Drive company vehicle to and from customer worksite.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Hold a Valid Drivers License
• Confined space entry certification preferred
• Must pass pre‑employment criteria
• This position is full‑time. Work hours will generally be day shifts, with some evenings and weekends.
• Some travel is expected with this position.

Physical Demands

• The position is frequently required to…
  • Stand, walk, use hand and fingers to handle, feel and reach with hands and arms
  • The employee must lift up to 50 pounds
  • Vision Capabilities include:
    Close Vision, Far Vision, peripheral vision, Depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
  • This position will require wearing personal protective equipment.
  • Will work at elevated heights and confined spaces.

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