Emergency Response Technician (With Travel)

Republic Services is a leader in Environmental Services, partnering with customers to create a more sustainable world.
We are Sustainability in Action - our promise to be environmentally responsible and to help our customers be environmentally responsible too.
Why choose Republic?
Joining Republic isn't just about taking on a new job, it's about making a commitment to create a more sustainable world together. Our people provide an essential service, serving and impacting customers, neighborhoods, and communities everywhere.
As a company, we are proud of our values and encourage those who share in our aspirations to join our team:

• We protect our colleagues and communities through safe practices everywhere, every day.
• We are committed to serving our customers and communities by going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
• We take action to improve neighborhoods and communities by being environmentally responsible and creating a more sustainable world.
• We are driven to deliver results in the right way.
• We encourage a human centered culture that honors the unique potential and dignity of every person.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Environmental Services Field Technician performs operational functions relating to Emergency Response and hazardous and non-hazardous spill clean-up and Hazmat Decon work.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Daily work will involve confined space entry such as manholes, tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, sweeping and shoveling, high pressure washing and various other remedial activities.
• Operates light and heavy equipment relating to clean-up, including: rolloff truck, vacuum truck, box trucks, skid steer, forklift, pumps and pallet-jack
• Responds to customer spills and emergencies during normal business hours and after hours.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip Department of Transportation inspections.
• Maintains vehicle logs.
• Performs general housekeeping, including maintenance of equipment and site.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to use heavy and light equipment, such as forklift, and pallet-jack. Skilled using hand and shop tools, and instruments. Demonstrates, accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail. Must be able to prioritize, stay focused and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.
• A valid driver's license may be required for some positions.
• Current 40-hour HAZWOPER Training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to pass 40-hour HAZWOPER training upon hire

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.