Biohazard Remediation Technician

Rescue Environmental Inc; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Rescue Environmental Inc in Bridgewater, Massachusetts is seeking a Biohazard Remediation Technician to respond to emergency and scheduled calls. This role involves cleaning and restoring environments contaminated by hazardous materials. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, have strong attention to detail, and be comfortable working under challenging conditions. Competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and comprehensive training are offered in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Reliable personal transportation is required.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physically demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Perform biohazard remediation at various locations.
• Clean and decontaminate potentially infectious materials.
• Maintain detailed documentation of job completion.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Professional demeanor

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HEPA vacuums

Air scrubbers

Negative air machines

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Biohazard Remediation Technician to join our growing team. In this role, you will respond to emergency and scheduled calls to clean, disinfect, and restore environments contaminated by blood, bodily fluids, chemical substances, and other biohazardous materials. This is physically demanding, emotionally challenging work that requires professionalism, discretion, and a strong commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform biohazard remediation at crime scenes, unattended deaths, suicides, decomposition sites, and accident locations
• Clean and decontaminate blood spills, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials from residential, commercial, and industrial properties
• Conduct hoarding remediation, including removal, cleaning, and disposal of contaminated items
• Perform emergency vehicle decontamination for law enforcement and first responder fleets
• Handle chemical substance and drug residue cleanup (fentanyl, methamphetamine, etc.)
• Remove and properly dispose of medical waste, sharps, and regulated biohazardous materials
• Apply hospital-grade disinfectants, antimicrobial treatments, and odor elimination solutions
• Operate HEPA vacuums, air scrubbers, negative air machines, and other specialized equipment
• Maintain detailed documentation including scene photographs (before/after), inventory of personal effects, and job completion reports
• Properly don, use, and decontaminate personal protective equipment (PPE) including Tyvek suits, full-face respirators, and SCBA as required
• Transport and dispose of biohazardous waste in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) regulations
• Maintain truck inventory and equipment readiness between jobs
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients, families, law enforcement, and property managers during sensitive situations

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Reliable personal transportation (must be within 45 minutes of assigned coverage area)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physically demanding work in confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and elevated areas
• Ability to pass a CORI/background check
• Ability to pass a pulmonary function / respirator fit test
• Comfortable working around pungent odors, blood, bodily fluids, decomposition, insects, and other biohazards
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Professional demeanor with excellent communication skills
• Must own a mobile phone and be reachable during on-call periods
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Certification (29 CFR 1910.1030)
• HAZWOPER 40-Hour Certification (29 CFR 1910.120)
• Certified Bio-Recovery Technician (CBRT) through ABRA
• Experience in biohazard cleanup, restoration, demolition, or construction
• DOT Medical Card (or ability to obtain one)
• CPR / First Aid Certification
• Military veterans are strongly encouraged to apply

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Significant overtime opportunities
• Paid travel time
• All PPE, equipment, and cleaning supplies provided
• OSHA and industry certification training (paid by company)
• Opportunity for advancement to Lead Technician and Crew Supervisor roles

Meaningful work that directly serves your community during their most difficult moments