Explosives Field Technician – Hydroblasting & Water Treatment

About the role

HPC-Industrial, a Clean Harbors company, is seeking an Explosives Field Technician to support customers across multiple locations. The role involves operating high‑pressure cleaning equipment, assisting with water‑treatment systems, and ensuring strict safety compliance while traveling extensively.

Key responsibilities

• Operate manual and automated hydroblasting equipment and ultra‑high‑pressure pumps.
• Run specialized chemical cleaning, vacuum trucks, and cutting equipment on job sites.
• Inspect cleaned surfaces to verify they meet company and client standards.
• Perform routine maintenance on all equipment, including industrial vacuuming units and hazardous‑material disposal systems.
• Follow health‑and‑safety policies at all times and respond to emergencies.
• Travel 70‑100% of the time to various customer locations.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Vocational training with classroom safety instruction and on‑the‑job experience.
• English comprehension sufficient for safety training and emergency communication.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to comply with company driving policies.
• OSHA certification (may be required).
• Knowledge of emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers.
• Valid TWIC or ability to obtain one.

Required skills

• Operation of hydroblasting equipment.
• Ultra high‑pressure pump handling.
• Vacuum truck and cutting equipment use.
• Chemical cleaning equipment operation.
• Hazardous and non‑hazardous material disposal.
• Industrial safety procedures and OSHA standards.

What we offer

• Competitive wages with an employee stock purchase plan (U.S. only).
• Generous paid time off, company‑paid training, and tuition reimbursement.
• Strong focus on health and safety – 3‑6‑5 safety system.
• Positive, safe work environments and clear growth pathways.