Hazardous Material Technician

Global 1st Flagship; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

17 Days PTO/Sick Time

Matching 401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Global- a 1st Flagship Company in Philadelphia is seeking a Hazardous Material Technician responsible for conducting safety inspections and identifying workplace hazards on Navy vessels. This role requires a solid understanding of safety regulations and experience in hazardous materials management.

The ideal candidate will possess relevant education and experience, including certification in shipyard safety. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance and a matching 401K.

Qualifications

• Two years relevant hazardous material experience or military experience.
• Complete various qualifications/certifications within specified time.
• Must have a current driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly vessel and facility safety inspections.
• Identify and repair shipboard insulation discrepancies.
• Prepare reports of safety inspections.

Skills

Hazardous material regulations knowledge

Safety inspection skills

Environmental regulations knowledge

Microsoft Office skills

Sampling and analysis of hazardous materials

Education

Two years education in hazardous material field

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

Forklift operation

Negative pressure respirator qualification

Job description

Here at Global- a 1st Flagship Company (www.globalfirstflagship.com), a woman-owned small business, we believe in Individual Accountability, Growth, Integrity, and Respect. We are a leader in Marine Support Services and Emergency Management. Serving as the Department of Navy's trusted Prime Contractor since 1964, we embark on a thrilling mission, managing, operating, and maintaining the U.S. Navy Inactive Ship fleet across diverse locations, including Norfolk, Philadelphia, Bremerton, California, and Hawaii. The journey begins here, and we invite you to set sail with us and make a real impact in our dynamic and innovative work environment!

Buckle up for an adrenaline-fueled journey on military vessels such as destroyers, aircraft carriers, and an array of other awe-inspiring Navy vessels! Your golden opportunity for an exhilarating career is knocking - are you ready to answer the call? The journey begins here - with Global- a 1st Flagship Company, we are currently looking for a Hazardous Material Technician.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conducts monthly and annual vessel and facility Workplace Safety/Hazard Inspections.
• Conducts daily waterfront inspections for safety and environmental hazards.
• Identifies workplace hazards and conditions and takes appropriate action to ensure a safe workplace.
• Investigates, prepares, and forwards reports on Safety and Environmental related accidents and near-misses.
• Conducts hot work inspections and safety inspections of oil, hazmat, ballast and rainwater pumping operations.
• Conducts safety and environmental inspections of asbestos and preservation operations.
• Conducts atmospheric testing for safe personnel entry and hot work in enclosed and confined spaces.
• Identifies, collects and performs sampling and analysis of hazardous materials and waste such as oil, oily water, asbestos, PCBs, lead and mercury.
• Conducts heat stress monitoring and noise surveys.
• Identify and repair shipboard insulation discrepancies.
• Perform shipboard mold abatement.
• Responsible for the facility's hazardous and non-hazardous waste storage and disposal, including operating the Hazardous Waste Accumulation Area.
• Responsible for pre-designation of waste prior to generation and disposal.
• Prepares reports of safety inspections and discrepancies.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications

• Shall have a working knowledge of various safety, environmental, hazardous material and hazardous waste regulations to ensure that safety and environmental laws are adhered to.
• Two years of education related to hazardous material career field and two (2) years of relevant hazardous material experience or relevant experience in the military.
• Must have general computer skills and Microsoft Office program skills.
• Must have a current driver's license and meet the requirements of the company's Vehicle Safety manual.
• Must satisfactorily complete the following qualifications/certifications within specified time period per Offer Letter:
  • Shipyard Competent Person (gas-free) certification
  • AHERA Building Inspector Certification
  • 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification
  • Forklift operator
  • Medically qualified and able to wear a negative pressure respirator

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field, and two (2) years of education related to the hazardous material career field and two-years of relevant hazardous material experience or relevant experience in the military.
• OSHA 10-hr. and 30 hr. Maritime Card.
• Trained in sampling and analysis of wastewater per OPNAVINST 5090.1(series).

Benefit Highlights Include

• Comprehensive Medical (Blue Shield PPO), Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 11 Paid Holidays Per Year
• 17 Days PTO/Sick Time Per Year
• Matching 401K (50% Match up to 8%)
• Employer Paid Life Insurance & Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Pet Insurance

Global- a 1st Flagship Company is an E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.