HazMat Technician

A1 Biohazard Llc; Oakland Park (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A1 Biohazard Llc is seeking a HazMat Technician in Oakland Park, Florida, responsible for remediation and decontamination work across various hazardous environments. Candidates must adhere to safety standards and complete thorough documentation. The role demands physical fitness, communication skills, and strong mechanical aptitude, with responsibilities including operating specialized tools and maintaining safety protocols in high-stress situations. The ideal candidate will possess a valid driver's license and pass necessary health checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 23 with a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 50-100 lbs and work in full PPE.
• Pass relevant health and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Execute remediation and decontamination of hazardous materials.
• Conduct on-site hazardous substance assessment.
• Complete documentation for waste and safety protocols.

Skills

Communication Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Hazard Recognition

Documenting Accurately

Physical Fitness

Tools

PPE Equipment

Environmental Monitoring Equipment

Disinfection Tools

Job description

Position Summary

HazMat Technicians are fully cross‑certified hazardous materials operators responsible for executing remediation and decontamination work across biological, mold, chemical, sewage, narcotics, and evidence‑sensitive environments. The role requires strict adherence to safety, PPE, regulatory standards, and documentation procedures. Precision, discipline, and reliability are mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute remediation and decontamination across biohazard, mold, chemical, sewage, narcotics, and mixed‑hazard scenes.


• Identify, contain, neutralize, and remove hazardous substances using approved chemicals, tools, and SOPs.


• Set up and break down decon zones, containment, negative air, and PPE staging as required.


• Conduct light demolition (drywall, flooring, fixtures) when directed.

• Accurately mix, dilute, and apply disinfectants, oxidizers, enzymes, and neutralization agents per approved matrices.


• Operate sprayers, pumps, foggers, and metering devices.


• Perform surface and environmental verification using ATP meters, test strips, pH meters, and gas/VOC monitors.


• Interpret SDS, NFPA 704, and GHS labeling without supervision.

• Package, label, and transport regulated medical waste, hazardous waste, and contaminated materials according to OSHA, EPA, DOT, and DOH requirements.


• Maintain chain‑of‑custody documentation for waste, evidence‑sensitive debris, and controlled substances.


• Complete manifests and custody documentation accurately and defensibly.


• Follow all Bloodborne Pathogen, respiratory protection, and HAZWOPER standards.

• Capture required photo documentation before/during/after remediation.


• Complete digital job packets, hazard assessments, chemical logs, PPE logs, and custody records.


• Immediately report exposures, near‑misses, equipment failures, or protocol deviations.


• Maintain audit‑ready documentation at all times.


• Report safety issues, exposure risks, or equipment failures immediately.

• Clean, disinfect, restock, and reset trucks, tools, and PPE after each assignment.


• Maintain accountability for assigned equipment, meters, and respirators.


• Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip readiness checks.

• Represent the company professionally in residential, commercial, institutional, and law enforcement environments.


• Communicate respectfully with clients, property managers, law enforcement, and facility teams.


• Maintain confidentiality, discretion, and composure in sensitive or distressing scenes.

Requirements

• Minimum age 23; valid driver’s license; clean MVR.


• Able to lift 50–100 lbs; work 4–10 hours in full PPE; tolerate heat, odors, and physical demands.


• Pass respirator fit test, medical clearance, background check, and drug screening.


• Eligible for unescorted entry into secure facilities (jails, hospitals, airports).


• Experience with tools, construction, restoration, or field labor preferred.


• Familiarity with chemical safety, PPE levels, and hazard recognition.


• Strong communication and high accuracy in documentation.


• Bloodborne Pathogens, HAZWOPER 24/40, DOT HazMat.


• Comfortable using mobile apps for photos, notes, checklists, and reporting.


• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort with tools and equipment.


• High accuracy in documentation and procedural compliance.


• Emotional resilience and professionalism in high‑stress environments.