Industrial Services Technician
About this role
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.
Waste Services
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.
Operators are responsible for processing various materials in the plants. This includes the use of other powered industrial equipment such as forklifts and vacuum trucks.
Job Duties:
Ensures Health & Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner.
Responsible for the unloading and loading of wastes in conformance to company rules and regulations
Load, unload, and sample solid waste safely in accordance with Company, federal, state, and local regulations/rules
Operate heavy machinery in confined areas
Operate a fork truck with attachments
Must perform daily inspections on operating equipment
Perform basic operator maintenance
Perform basic spill cleanup and housekeeping duties as directed
Responsible for keeping work areas in a clean and safe condition
Position handles materials and will often require the use of PPE: Boots, Gloves, Eye/Ear Protection, and Reflective clothing.
Shovels, sweeps, and cleans the area in which they are assigned periodically throughout the day.
Identify and report safety hazards.
Any other duty assigned by Management.
Basic knowledge of Flair Operations
Requirements:
1-3 years of shipping receiving and warehouse experience
High School Diploma/GED
The ability to operate a forklift and other heavy equipment
Ability to work well with others
Mechanic experience
Lift 51 lbs. unassisted
Basic math, reading comprehension and writing skills
Manages time effectively
Ability to work in a dusty environment doing repetitive motions in any weather
Ability to work independently or as a team
Dependable
Must be able to pass a Pulmonary Function test and respirator fit test
Company at a glance
At VLS, we address your company’s most significant hurdles with waste management and compliance through sustainable solutions. With our high environmental standards, we build trust in the communities where we work. We strive to limit waste, injury, and environmental impact while driving positive relationships with government agencies and building loyalty among everyone involved in our solutions.
Our environmental services can make your company more efficient and compliant and contribute to a sustainable future. Choose VLS for waste management, marine services, and railcar cleaning.
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