HazMat Response Technician: Field Safety Expert

Energy Jobline ZR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Safety is seeking a Hazmat Technician based in Houston, TX, to respond to releases and prevent further hazards. The role requires hands-on identification, classification, safe storage, handling with PPE, and proper disposal of hazardous materials, along with emergency response and advisory duties.

The technician will follow established incidents command systems, stay current with regulations, and provide guidance to colleagues and the public on best practices for safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Understand hazardous materials and their properties.
• Knowledge of regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and advise others on handling and disposal.

Responsibilities

• Identify and classify hazardous materials by composition and risk.
• Ensure safe storage under proper conditions to prevent leaks or contamination.
• Handle materials with appropriate PPE to minimize risk.
• Organize and supervise safe disposal of materials.
• Respond rapidly to incidents and contain, manage risks.

Skills

Hazardous materials knowledge

ICS familiarity

PPE proficiency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

OSHA/EMR training certs

Tools

Field survey instruments

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Foster Safety is seeking a Hazmat Technician based in Houston, TX, to respond to releases and prevent further hazards. The role requires hands-on identification, classification, safe storage, handling with PPE, and proper disposal of hazardous materials, along with emergency response and advisory duties.

The technician will follow established incidents command systems, stay current with regulations, and provide guidance to colleagues and the public on best practices for safety and compliance.