Environmental Technician II

With a purpose to make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities, Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day.

What you will enjoy by being a part of a 2025 USA Great Place to Work certified company:

A position that is: Hourly, Full time, Mon-Fri, 6:30am - 2:30pm, rotating weekends

• Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA/HSA options
• Paid parental leave
• Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Pet Insurance Benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• 21 Paid Days Off
• 7 Paid Holidays

• Stylish company provided uniforms, tools, and personal protective equipment
• Paid comprehensive on-the-job training
• Company provided phone and tablet
• Company provided vehicle
• Career advancement opportunities

The Environmental Technician II supports industrial customers by performing preventive maintenance and fluid service on metalworking equipment and systems. Working alongside experienced teammates, this role helps maintain machine performance, fluid quality, and safe working environments at customer facilities. Technicians travel to customer locations to clean equipment, remove and replace industrial fluids, and support service projects that keep production operations running smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, learning technical equipment, and building relationships with customers while delivering dependable service.

• Perform preventive maintenance and cleaning on industrial machinery and metalworking fluid systems at customer sites
• Remove, replace, recycle, and process metalworking fluids and related materials
• Collect, transport, and properly dispose of used fluids, waste, and debris in accordance with safety procedures
• Follow established service checklists and work instructions to complete maintenance tasks accurately
• Assist with mixing, diluting, and verifying chemical solutions used in industrial metalworking processes
• Set up and operate service equipment used for machine cleaning and fluid management
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area at customer facilities and service locations
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and service equipment as required for job tasks
• Drive company service vehicles to customer locations and maintain vehicle readiness and basic inventory
• Communicate effectively with teammates and customers while working in active manufacturing environments
• Identify and report safety risks, equipment issues, or improvement opportunities during service work
• Support continuous improvement efforts that increase efficiency, service quality, and customer satisfaction
• Follow all EHSS policies, safety procedures, and required PPE guidelines while performing work
• Represent Ascentek professionally by delivering dependable service and building positive customer relationships

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience and/or Training:

• Ability to safely use hand tools and basic mechanical equipment
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in industrial environments
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn industrial service equipment and processes
• Ability to follow written instructions, checklists, and safety procedures
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

License/ Certification:

• Valid driver's license required and ability to operate company vehicles

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to communicate clearly with teammates and customers
• Mechanical curiosity and willingness to learn technical systems
• Ability to organize tasks and complete work independently once trained
• Commitment to living Ascentek values and contributing to a positive team environment

• Previous experience in manufacturing, maintenance, mechanical service, or industrial environments
• Experience working with industrial equipment, pumps, fluid systems, or maintenance tools
• Forklift certification or experience operating material handling equipment
• Familiarity with metalworking fluids, industrial chemicals, or machine maintenance practices
• Experience working at customer sites or in field service environments

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Frequent lifting and carrying of equipment and materials up to 50 pounds
• Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tight or confined spaces around machinery

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Work performed at external customer facilities including manufacturing and industrial environments
• Exposure to moderate high noise levels, industrial equipment, and chemical handling environments
• Regular driving between service locations using company vehicles
• Occasional overnight travel depending on customer service needs

At Ascentek, we are committed to providing accurate and up-to-date information about our career opportunities. For the most accurate job descriptions, salary details, and benefit information, we encourage you to visit our official careers page at https://www.ascentek.com/careers/.

Ascentek is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.