Hazmat Response Specialist: Cleanup & Decontamination

Kids for the Future; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) with Company Match

Job summary

Illini Environmental is seeking a hazmat technician to support site remediation and hazardous waste cleanup across the Midwest. You will perform industrial cleaning, emergency response, and decontamination tasks in varied PPE, with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires physical labor, flexibility in schedule, and the ability to travel. DOT physical, background check, and drug screening are required; 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent).
• Ability to perform physical labor.
• Flexibility in schedule (varied hours, on-call, weekends).
• Willing to travel when needed.
• Must pass DOT physical, background check and drug screening.
• HAZWOPER training (40-hour) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to chemical spills and releases.
• Identify hazardous materials, assess risks, and estimate affected areas.
• Implement control measures, construct barriers, and perform advanced mitigation techniques.
• Work in PPE, including Level A, following safety protocols.
• Decontaminate personnel, equipment, and job site.
• Package, label, and transport hazardous waste for disposal.
• Prepare reports, maintain inventory records, and document cleanup activities for regulators.
• Operate specialized handling equipment and train staff on safety.

Skills

Physical labor

Willing to travel

Valid driver’s license

DOT physical

OSHA HAZWOPER (40h) preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Illini Environmental is seeking a hazmat technician to support site remediation and hazardous waste cleanup across the Midwest. You will perform industrial cleaning, emergency response, and decontamination tasks in varied PPE, with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires physical labor, flexibility in schedule, and the ability to travel. DOT physical, background check, and drug screening are required; 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER is preferred.