Hazmat Technician

R & L Carriers Inc; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1 week of vacation after 90 days

Job summary

R & L Carriers Inc is looking for a Hazmat Technician at our Lakeland, FL Service Center. This full-time position offers a salary of $60,000 - $70,000 yearly.

The Hazmat Technician will handle emergency response tasks, manage hazardous materials cleanup, and uphold safety standards. Required qualifications include a 24 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment.

Qualifications

• 24 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification required (40 Hour preferred).
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment.
• Physically fit; able to lift 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency response and hazardous materials clean-up.
• Inform management of issues arising on jobs in a timely manner.
• Lead safety procedures during emergency response.

Skills

24 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification

Team communication

Physical fitness

High-pressure performance

Job description

Hazmat Technician, $60,000 - $70,000 yearly

Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts

Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment

Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers

R+L Carriers has an immediate opportunity for Hazmat Technicians at our Lakeland, FL Service Center. Reporting to the Hazardous Materials Compliance Manager, the Hazmat Technician is responsible for the performance of tasks associated with emergency response, hazardous and non-hazardous materials clean-up, site‑remediation, equipment decontamination, handling of hazardous materials, and other duties as required.

Candidate Requirements

• 24 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification required (40 Hour preferred)
• Based on OSHA and industry health standards, wear proper personal protective equipment when required
• Work effectively and communicate with team members and other departments
• Inform management team of issues that arise on jobs in a timely manner
• Update job notes daily
• Physically fit; able to lift 75 lbs.
• Able to thrive in a high pressure and fast paced team supported environment
• Lead safety in all aspects of emergency response, including following R+L procedures, properly containerizing waste/re-use products, completing safety documentation, and upholding R+L’s high level of safety
• Experience operating tools applicable to emergency response activities
• Set up and participate in live training events to ensure competency of personnel
• Audit incoming/outgoing hazardous materials shipments for compliance
• Ability and willingness to coach co-workers on unsafe behaviors observed