Asbestos Technician

BELFOR Property Restoration; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

BELFOR Property Restoration is seeking a field technician to support mitigation efforts, including asbestos and lead removal, disposal, and decontamination at client sites. The role requires operating heavy equipment, following MSDS protocols, and adhering to safety standards.

The candidate will work under supervision, lift heavy materials, and participate in BELFOR safety training to safeguard client property and maintain compliance with regulations. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Asbestos Certification with Medical Card is required.
• Lead Certification is required.
• Hazardous Waste Certification is required.
• English language literacy and fluency is required.

Responsibilities

• Take direction from Team Leader.
• Learn and implement MSDS protocols for chemicals used in mitigation.
• Perform daily vehicle safety and maintenance inspections.
• Record operational or environmental data.
• Sort hazardous waste at landfills following disposal procedures.
• Operate trucks and heavy equipment to transport waste.
• Load or unload materials using hoists or forklifts.
• Decontaminate equipment or sites to remove hazardous substances.
• Attend BELFOR safety training courses as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Safety procedures

Education

Asbestos Certification with Medical Card

Lead Certification

Hazardous Waste Certification

Tools

Scrapers

Vacuums

High pressure sprayers

Job description

This position is responsible to provide operational support in mitigation efforts for clients. Qualified candidates must possess ability to perform tasks related to Asbestos Removal and disposal, and will be required to use a variety of specialized equipment under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to take direction from Team Leader
• Learn and understand MSDS protocols for chemicals used during mitigation processes
• Perform Daily vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and maintain in clean serviceable condition
• Must 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.
• Drive trucks or 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.
• Proper use of cleaning/disinfectant solutions and removal techniques of debris from contained areas.
• Under Supervision - Use of proper lifting techniques, use of slide pads, use of Styrofoam blocks, care and protection of customer personal belongings
• Will be required to meet BELFOR Standards in safeguarding other people\'s property
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practices
• Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines
• Will be required to work nights and weekends as requested as travel periodically
• Report time worked and equipment and consumables used timely and accurately
• Attend BELFOR sponsored operations and safety training courses as required

Requirements

• 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.
• Prepare hazardous material for removal or storage.
• Maintaining equipment used in daily tasks
• Additional other duties as required

Qualifications

• Must be able to identify Product (consumables), usage and disposal requirements with training
• Must have Asbestos Certification with Medical Card
• Must have current Lead Certification
• Must have current Hazardous Waste Certification
• Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per BELFOR\'s vehicle policy
• Possess 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 lifting from 41 lbs +, assisted (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 collection of data and time.

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

Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified