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Entry Level Environmental Field Technician

NOCO

Buffalo, NY • On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Position: Entry Level Environmental Field Technician
Location: Buffalo, NY
Shift: Days and Hours vary
Compensation: $22.00-$24.00/hour, based on experience
What We Are Looking For
NOCO is looking for a dependable, safety-focused individual who is interested in beginning a career in environmental field services. No previous environmental experience is required-we provide the training needed to succeed in this role.
The ideal candidate is willing to learn, enjoys hands-on work, and is comfortable working as part of a team in industrial and outdoor environments. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to develop valuable skills in environmental cleanup, industrial services, spill response, and hazardous-material handling.
What You Will Do
  • Safely collect and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Properly handle including waste chemicals, oil, or sludge, to designated disposal or treatment sites.
  • Must be willing and able to work at elevated heights, including on ladders, scaffolding, cranes, or other elevated work surfaces, as required.
  • Work in confined-space environments.
  • Must be willing to remain clean-shaven to ensure the proper fit and use of required PPE.
  • Follow protocols for the safe removal of contaminants, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, and suits.
  • Ensure that all safety protocols are followed during operations, including the correct use of PPE and equipment.
  • Participate in safety training, emergency response drills, and routine safety audits to minimize risks on-site.
  • Interact with customers to understand their needs and provide information on the waste removal process.
  • Maintain a professional demeanor while delivering services and addressing any customer concerns or questions.
  • Perform tasks associated with emergency response, hazardous waste clean-up, site remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials.
  • Ability to work during scheduled hours, with occasional work on nights, weekends, and variable schedules as necessary.
  • Work in industrial settings such as factories, chemical plants, warehouses, construction sites, and power plants.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned based on operational and business needs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required by personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
NOCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
What You Will Need
  • No previous environmental field experience required.
  • Interest in learning environmental cleanup, industrial services, and emergency-response work.
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety and willingness to follow instructions and established procedures.
  • Dependability, a positive attitude, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding work, including occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and indoors in non-climate-controlled environments.
  • Willingness to work varying schedules, including 12-hour days, nights, weekends, and holidays when needed.
  • Willingness to wear company-issued PPE, including safety glasses, a hard hat, steel-toed footwear, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and a respirator.
  • Ability to remain clean-shaven when required for proper respirator use.
  • Valid driver's license preferred.
  • Previous construction, warehouse, landscaping, manufacturing, mechanical, or other hands-on experience is helpful but not required.
  • HAZWOPER, OSHA 10, Confined Space Entry, and Lockout/Tagout certifications are helpful but not required. Company-paid training will be provided.

What We Offer
  • Competitive starting hourly rate
  • Generous medical insurance offerings
  • Dental and vision plans
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Company-paid short-term disability
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health savings accounts
  • Generous Paid Time Off policies
  • 7 paid holidays
  • Employee and family assistance program
  • Company-paid training
  • Safety incentives
  • Years of service incentives
  • Company provided uniforms and PPE
  • Boot allowance
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About Noco

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Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Glenwillow, OH, US

Year founded

1914

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