Hazmat Technician

Government of Canada; Vernon; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Canada seeks an Environmental Inspector to conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. The role involves training and guiding employers and employees, conducting surveys, and inspecting hazardous locations. A Bachelor’s degree along with 2-3 years of experience in environmental inspection is required. Benefits include health plans, bonuses, and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Team building opportunities

Transportation provided by employer

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 2 to less than 3 years of experience in environmental inspection.
• Knowledge of hazardous products handling and storage.
• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Provide information/training to employers, employees, and the public.
• Conduct surveys and monitoring programs of the natural environment.
• Collect samples of materials for analysis.
• Inspect workplaces for safety or health hazards.
• Develop and implement health and safety plans.

Skills

Knowledge of MS Excel

Knowledge of MS Word

Attention to detail

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Cellular phone

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Green job

Green jobs contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration. This information was provided by the employer; it was not verified by Job Bank. The employer states that this position is a green job because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Dangerous

Work setting

• Office
• Urban area
• Rural area
• Various locations
• Remote location
• Hospital/health care establishment/health institution
• School or educational institution/establishment
• Laboratory

Responsibilities

• Provide information/training to employers, employees and general public
• Conduct surveys and monitoring programs of the natural environment
• Collect samples of materials for analysis
• Inspect workplaces for safety or health hazards
• Develop and implement health and safety plans
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Determine appropriate selection of materials and methods for hazardous locations
• Knowledge of licensing regulations

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge: MS Excel, MS Word

Type of inspection and investigation

• Hazardous products handling and storage
• Workplace

Area of work experience

• Construction site

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

• Asbestos abatement and removal

Additional information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Team player

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities
• Transportation provided by employer
• Parking available
• Wellness program