Industrial Asbestos Tech: Field Safety & Prep Specialist

Austin-Industrial; Lovington (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Industrial in Lovington, NM is seeking a skilled craftsman to perform asbestos removal and related tasks on industrial sites. This full-time role requires 3–5 years of journeyman experience and the ability to work safely in challenging environments.

You will set up filtration, assemble scaffolds, manage waste according to hazardous materials guidelines, and follow all safety procedures. The position is on-site only with physical tasks and potential exposure to weather, noise, and dust.

Qualifications

• Journeyman level experience (3–5 years).
• Must pass safety training and site induction.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Position portable air evacuation and filtration system inside work area.
• Build connecting walkway between mobile unit or portable showers and work area, using hand tools, lumber, nails, plastic sheeting, and duct tape.
• Spray chemical solution over asbestos covered surfaces, using tank with attached hose and nozzle, to soften asbestos.
• Cut and scrape asbestos into plastic disposable bags and seals under bags, using duct tape.
• Clean work area of loose asbestos using vacuum, broom, and dust pan.

Skills

Asbestos removal

Safety compliance

Manual dexterity

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Austin Industrial in Lovington, NM is seeking a skilled craftsman to perform asbestos removal and related tasks on industrial sites. This full-time role requires 3–5 years of journeyman experience and the ability to work safely in challenging environments.

You will set up filtration, assemble scaffolds, manage waste according to hazardous materials guidelines, and follow all safety procedures. The position is on-site only with physical tasks and potential exposure to weather, noise, and dust.