Asbestos Technician

About the role

This position provides operational support in mitigation efforts for clients, including asbestos removal and disposal using specialized equipment under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Take direction from Team Leader
• Learn and understand MSDS protocols for chemicals used during mitigation processes
• Perform daily vehicle safety and maintenance inspections; maintain vehicles in clean, serviceable condition
• Maintain attention to detail
• Comply with prescribed safety procedures or federal laws regulating waste disposal methods
• Record operational or environmental data
• Sort specialized hazardous waste at landfills or disposal centers, following proper disposal procedures
• Drive trucks or other heavy equipment to convey contaminated waste to designated sea or ground locations
• Operate truck-mounted equipment
• Load or unload materials into containers or onto trucks, using hoists or forklifts
• Load or unload materials used in construction or extraction
• Clean mold-contaminated sites by removing damaged porous materials or thoroughly cleaning all contaminated nonporous materials
• Decontaminate equipment or sites to remove hazardous or toxic substances
• Operate machines or equipment to remove, package, store, or transport loads of waste materials
• Prepare hazardous waste for processing or disposal
• Process e-waste, such as computer components containing lead or mercury
• Use proper cleaning/disinfectant solutions and removal techniques of debris from contained areas
• Use proper lifting techniques, slide pads, Styrofoam blocks; care for and protect customer personal belongings
• Safeguard other people's property according to BELFOR Standards
• Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines
• Work nights and weekends as requested, and travel periodically
• Report time worked and equipment and consumables used timely and accurately
• Attend BELFOR-sponsored operations and safety training courses as required
• Build containment areas prior to beginning abatement or decontamination work
• Assemble temporary equipment or structures
• Remove asbestos or lead from surfaces, using hand or power tools such as scrapers, vacuums, or high-pressure sprayers
• Maintain equipment used in daily tasks
• Perform additional duties as required

Requirements

• Ability to identify product (consumables), usage, and disposal requirements with training
• Asbestos Certification with Medical Card
• Current Lead Certification
• Current Hazardous Waste Certification
• Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per BELFOR's vehicle policy
• Sense of urgency, professional demeanor, positive attitude, and strong work ethic
• English language literacy and fluency

Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting in excess of 50 lbs
• Occasional assisted lifting from 41 lbs+ (up to 50% of the time)
• Access and mobility in tight spaces
• Sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling
• Ability to use mobile devices for data and time collection

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.