Hazmat Emergency Response Technician

belforusa; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

BELFOR is seeking an Environmental Haz Mat Operations Support technician to provide on-site mitigation assistance for clients. You will work with emergency response teams, follow health and safety procedures, decontaminate equipment and sites, and assist with preparing hazardous waste for processing, while meeting strict timelines.

The role requires Hazardous Waste Certification, fluency in English, ability to lift heavy loads, and willingness to work nights and weekends with travel.

Qualifications

• Hazardous Waste Certification required.
• Identify product (consumables) usage and disposal per guidelines.
• Operate a motor vehicle per BELFOR policy.
• Strong work ethic, urgency, and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Respond in a timely manner to emergency spills and environmental cleanup situations.
• Interact with emergency services including police, EMS and regulatory agencies.
• Train employees on job techniques, safety procedures, and equipment use.
• Conduct a fit test on the first day of the week and for new respirator users.
• Record mileage and download time records daily.
• Document all work and materials used on a Daily Job Report.

Skills

English literacy

Sense of urgency

Professional demeanor

Education

Hazardous Waste Certification

Job description

BELFOR is seeking an Environmental Haz Mat Operations Support technician to provide on-site mitigation assistance for clients. You will work with emergency response teams, follow health and safety procedures, decontaminate equipment and sites, and assist with preparing hazardous waste for processing, while meeting strict timelines.

The role requires Hazardous Waste Certification, fluency in English, ability to lift heavy loads, and willingness to work nights and weekends with travel.