Industrial Asbestos Technician — Field Safety & Removal

Austin Industries; Lovington (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Industrial is seeking an Asbestos Technician to safely remove asbestos from ceilings, walls, beams, boilers, and other structures, following hazardous waste handling guidelines. Assemble scaffolds and seal off work area. Other duties may be assigned.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Austin Industrial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Comfort working in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Position portable air evacuation and filtration system inside work area.
• Build connecting walkway between mobile unit or portable showers and work area.
• Spray chemical solution over asbestos covered surfaces, using tank with attached hose and nozzle.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

No minimum education

Job description

Austin Industrial is seeking an Asbestos Technician to safely remove asbestos from ceilings, walls, beams, boilers, and other structures, following hazardous waste handling guidelines. Assemble scaffolds and seal off work area. Other duties may be assigned.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Austin Industrial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.