Field Technician Jobs in California

Position Summary: The Marine Field Technician performs operational functions relating to emergency response hazardous and non-hazardous spill clean-up projects in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance with all applicable regulations. Performs all day-to-day marine service work such as pre-booming and Average Most Probable Discharge (AMPD) services, line-handling, preventative maintenance, and basic equipment repair, training, and spill response exercises.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in Work with a safe manner.
• Assist team on projects as needed by performing labor intensive tasks while in a potentially dirty and physically demanding capacity and in harsh environments under in varying weather conditions. These duties may be land or marine related to both planned work and emergency responses.
• Deploys and operates light and heavy equipment relating to marine services, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and site cleanup projects including, but not limited to, workboats, skimmers, pumps, blowers, marine/mobile cranes, vacuum transfer systems, etc.
• Load and unload equipment, boom, and anchors from and into vessels, vans, flatbeds, trailers.
• Attach and deploy boom of various size and set and remove anchor systems.
• Understanding of basic seamanship and marine safety principles.
• Understand and complete paperwork to comply with procedures and regulation, such as vessel/vehicle logbooks, placards and labeling, Department of Transportation inspections, etc.
• Performs inventory, maintenance and cleanup of boat, equipment, and work areas to ensure supplies are available and compliant.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification or ability to obtain it after hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of gasoline and diesel marine engines, outboard motors, vessels, hydraulic power units, and related marine equipment and oil skimming systems.
• Ability to diagnose commonly occurring malfunctions. Skilled using hand and shop tools, and instruments.
• Knowledge of welding practices and procedures.
• Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
• Must be able to prioritize, stay focused and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.

Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is $23.65 to $32.50* which reflects the minimum wage in multiple jurisdictions. The actual range will depend on the locality in which you are hired.

Bonus Plan Details (if applicable):

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.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

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. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.