ES Field Technician I

About the Role

The Environmental Services (ES) Field Technician I works under close supervision, receives detailed work instructions, and applies basic judgment to resolve routine issues. The role involves troubleshooting basic problems and identifying deviations from accepted practices, as well as performing operational functions related to emergency response, hazardous and non‑hazardous spill clean‑up, and hazmat decontamination. Key responsibilities include tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, sweeping, shoveling, high‑pressure washing, and other remedial activities in confined spaces such as manholes. The technician responds to customer spills and emergencies during normal business hours and after hours, maintains equipment and worksites, and ensures all tasks are performed safely and efficiently while adhering to safety policies and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸emergency response
• ▸spill cleanup
• ▸hazmat decontamination
• ▸tank cleaning
• ▸pressure washing
• ▸equipment maintenance

What You Bring

Preferred qualifications include the ability to read, write, and comprehend operational, technical, safety, and quality documents, as well as knowledge of chemicals and safety data sheets. Candidates should demonstrate a positive attitude, mental resilience, attention to detail, and proficiency with light tablet/PC use, hand and shop tools, and equipment setup. A current confined‑space entry certificate or the ability to obtain one, along with a valid driver’s license where required, is preferred. Minimum qualifications are 0‑2 years of relevant experience, experience with light and heavy equipment, and the ability to pass a 40‑hour HAZWOPER training program upon hire. The role requires the ability to lift objects up to 50 lb and may require a valid driver’s license for certain locations. Pay ranges from $20.30 to $27.87 per hour, varying by locality.

Requirements

• ▸hazwoper
• ▸confined‑space
• ▸driver’s license
• ▸light equipment
• ▸heavy equipment
• ▸chemicals

Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, health and dependent care spending accounts, short‑ and long‑term disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance, an Employee and Family Assistance Program, employee discounts, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid time off. Republic Services has earned numerous recognitions such as Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies, CDP Disclosure, and Great Place to Work. Employees benefit from continuous investment in tools and technology, opportunities for learning and advancement, and a supportive team environment that emphasizes sustainability in action. • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • 401(k) plan with generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO).

Work Environment

Field