Field Service Foreman

Clean Harbors in Lackawanna, NY is seeking a Field Service Foreperson to join our safety conscious team. This position will be responsible for the direct supervision of the Field Technicians. Forepersons and Technicians will be responsible for the performance of tasks associated with emergency response (emergency spill cleanup), hazardous waste clean-up, site-remediation (tank and pit cleaning), equipment decontamination and handling of hazardous materials. Pay rate $23-25 per hour. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.
Why work for Clean Harbors? Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5 Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth  Recruiting Pay range Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
Key Requirements:Ensure Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe mannerTrain and mentor the Field Service TechniciansExecution of projects/jobs within budget and on timeEnforce and ensure OSHA, EPA and H&S standards or regulations are compliantUnderstand and work with the Coordinator in the communication of manpower, equipment and resources required to complete field service and emergency response projectsManage large scale field service and emergency response projects when directedEngage in strenuous physical labor including lifting and pulling heavy objectsOperate light and heavy equipment, handles various hand tools and powered industrial tools, works with vibration-producing toolsWear and properly use a variety of personal protective Equipment (PPE). Including respirators, skin, face, hand and foot protection in a multiple number of combinationsWork in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditionsWork in atmospheres and locations with the potential for exposure to various chemical and physical agents, some of which may be hazardous, toxic, or corrosiveWork in potentially elevated noise levels, confined spaces, including lifting in areas of low clearanceWork at elevations including working from ladders and scaffoldingAssist in field sampling activities and calibration of metersClimb ladders, scaffolding and into and out of trucks, tanks, and various other containersWork extended (> 8 hrs.) time periodsAttend all compliance and safety update meetingsInspect drums for container integrity and regulatory complianceSafe loading and unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous wasteConduct waste stream sampling and profiling as necessaryComplete associated paperwork, such as worksheets, vehicle inspections, equipment inspections and permitsFollow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rulesSafely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirementsSafely observe all corporate operating guidelines and proceduresObserve all company environmental health and safety operating guidelinesPerform other duties as assignedBy position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other weekBy position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materialsBy position, may perform lead responsibilities
Required Qualifications:Previous experience in a physically intensive rolePrevious experience in a supervisory, crew lead or leadership roleAbility to travel for extended periods of time, overnightAbility to be on-call for emergency responseValid Driver’s licensePerform physical functions per job requirementsPer OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.Preferred Qualifications:Previous heavy equipment experience (bobcats, excavators, etc)Previous environmental and/or industrial experience (ie. site remediation, spill response, hydro blasting, vacuum truck, tank cleaning, refinery-based work)Commercial driver license

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