Asbestos Foreman

Brown & Root Industrial Services; Plaquemine (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services is seeking an experienced hazardous materials abatement professional in Louisiana. The role involves identifying, removing, packing, transporting, or disposing of hazardous materials, including asbestos, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards on plant construction and maintenance projects.

The position reports to the Foreman or General Foreman and may include leadership responsibilities on smaller projects.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Works under immediate supervision.
• Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.
• Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Responsibilities

• Follow prescribed safety procedures, and comply with federal laws regulating waste disposal methods.
• Record numbers of containers stored at disposal sites, and specify amounts and types of equipment and waste disposed.
• Operate machines and equipment to remove, package, store, or transport loads of waste materials.
• Load and unload materials into containers and onto trucks, using hoists or forklifts.
• Clean contaminated equipment or areas for re-use, using detergents and solvents, sandblasters, filter pumps, and steam cleaners.
• Construct scaffolding or build containment areas prior to beginning abatement or decontamination work.
• Remove asbestos and/or lead from surfaces, using hand and power tools such as scrapers, vacuums, and high-pressure sprayers.

Skills

Precise accuracy

Shop mathematics

Plan work

Tool selection

3D visualization from plans

Decision making from data

Work at heights

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

- Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.

- Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.

- Plan work and select proper tools.

- Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.

- Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.

- Make decisions based on measurable criteria.

- Work at heights without fear.

QUALIFICATIONS

May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Strength:
• Standing 60%

Walking 20%

• Lifting 50 lb.

Carrying 50 lb.

Pushing 70 ft. lb

Pulling 70 ft-lb.

• Climbing O
• Stooping O

Kneeling O

Crouching O

Reaching C

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

NP Not Present

O Occasionally (0-33%)

F Frequently (34-66%)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

- Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.

- Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.

- Plan work and select proper tools.

- Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.

- Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.

- Make decisions based on measurable criteria.

- Work at heights without fear.

QUALIFICATIONS

May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Strength:

• Standing 60%

Walking 20%

Sitting 20%

• Lifting 50 lb.

Carrying 50 lb.

Pushing 70 ft. lb

Pulling 70 ft-lb.

• Climbing O

Balancing O

• Stooping O

Kneeling O

Crouching O

Crawling O

Reaching C

Handling C

Fingering O

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

NP Not Present

O Occasionally (0-33%)

F Frequently (34-66%)

C Constantly (67-100%)

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

BENEFITS

Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development

State

Louisiana

Job Description

Identify, remove, pack, transport, or dispose of hazardous materials, including asbestos. Specialized training and certification in hazardous materials handling or a confined entry permit are generally required.

Reports to and receives assignments, instructions, and direction from the Foreman or General Foreman. May provide some Insulation Foreman responsibilities on smaller projects. Reads and interprets instructions and documentation and plans work activities. Moves materials and equipment to work locations and sets up work site. Removes and/or replaces asbestos insulation on plant operating equipment, pipelines, storage vessels, and tanks in support of plant construction and maintenance activities. Follows all hazardous waste handling guidelines. Provides leadership, instruction, and guidance to lower level craftsmen and may reassign work delegated from supervisor. Completes records, maintains tools and equipment, and performs various clean-up and housekeeping activities. Observes and follows all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment. Performs other duties and activities as directed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Follow prescribed safety procedures, and comply with federal laws regulating waste disposal methods.

- Record numbers of containers stored at disposal sites, and specify amounts and types of equipment and waste disposed.

- Operate machines and equipment to remove, package, store, or transport loads of waste materials.

- Load and unload materials into containers and onto trucks, using hoists or forklifts.

- Clean contaminated equipment or areas for re-use, using detergents and solvents, sandblasters, filter pumps, and steam cleaners.

- Construct scaffolding or build containment areas prior to beginning abatement or decontamination work.

- Remove asbestos and/or lead from surfaces, using hand and power tools such as scrapers, vacuums, and high-pressure sprayers.