Hazmat Technician

R+L Carriers; 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, located in Lakeland, FL, is looking for a full-time Hazmat Technician with a salary range of $60,000 to $70,000 yearly. The position involves emergency response, hazardous material clean-up, and maintaining safety protocols.

Applicants must have a 24 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification and can expect responsibilities like communicating with the team, updating job notes, and leading safety in various situations. The role offers growth opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 24 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification required.
• Experience operating tools applicable to emergency response activities.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks associated with emergency response and hazardous materials cleanup.
• Update job notes daily.
• Lead safety in all aspects of emergency response.

Skills

OSHA HAZWOPER certification

Effective communication

Ability to lift 75 lbs

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office proficiency

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
• Willing to participate in specialized scheduled projects as required
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications such as, but not limited to; Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, customer service and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to work in a confidential capacity
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, while being detail oriented.