Lead Technician, Asbestos Abatement

GFL Environmental; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance options

401(k) match

Boot reimbursement

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Michigan is seeking a Lead Technician, Asbestos Abatement to lead demolition, decontamination, and environmental remediation projects across properties. You will guide your crew to identify, contain, and remove hazardous materials safely.

The role requires experience in construction or remediation, a valid driver's license, and willingness to travel regionally 3–5 days per week. PPE, safety compliance, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience: Previous construction, renovation, or environmental remediation experience.
• Driver's License: Valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle.
• Travel Ability: Ability to travel regionally 3-5 days per week (Mon-Fri).
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs and work in demanding environmental conditions (heat, cold, heights, loud noise).
• Screening: Pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Field Operations: Guide and assist crew members with demolition, renovation, and decontamination activities on site.
• Hazardous Materials Removal: Safely remove hazardous substances, including lead and asbestos, using specialized tools.
• Decontamination & Site Cleaning: Thoroughly clean contaminated work areas using steam cleaners, filter pumps, and proper solvents to ensure zero residual trace of hazardous material.
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Enforce compliance with OSHA, EPA, and GFL safety policies. Inspect, wear, and maintain PPE and respiratory protection gear.
• Travel & Transport: Safely drive to and from job sites, including regional out-of-town locations (3-5 days per week).
• Teamwork & Leadership: Foster a collaborative work environment, mentor team members, and ensure high quality and safety standards are met on every project.

Skills

Team leadership

Hazardous materials handling

Safety compliance

Driving

Tools

HEPA vacuums

Steam cleaners

High-pressure sprayers

Containment equipment

Job description

As a Lead Technician, Asbestos Abatement at GFL Environmental, you will play an indispensable role leading demolition, decontamination, and environmental remediation projects across industrial, commercial, and residential properties. You will guide and work alongside your team to safely identify, contain, and remove hazardous materials - specifically lead and asbestos. At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life! Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

Benefits

• 3 weeks of paid time off annually
• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with an employer match
• Work boot reimbursement
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead Field Operations: Guide and assist crew members with demolition, renovation, and decontamination activities on site.
• Hazardous Materials Removal: Safely remove hazardous substances, including lead and asbestos, using specialized tools such as high-pressure sprayers, HEPA vacuums, scrapers, and containment equipment.
• Decontamination & Site Cleaning: Thoroughly clean contaminated work areas using steam cleaners, filter pumps, and proper solvents to ensure zero residual trace of hazardous material. Clean and maintain tools and equipment post-job.
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Enforce compliance with OSHA, EPA, and GFL safety policies. Inspect, wear, and maintain PPE and respiratory protection gear.
• Travel & Transport: Safely drive to and from job sites, including regional out-of-town locations (3-5 days per week).
• Teamwork & Leadership: Foster a collaborative work environment, mentor team members, and ensure high quality and safety standards are met on every project.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Previous construction, renovation, or environmental remediation experience.
• Driver's License: Valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle.
• Travel Ability: Ability to travel regionally 3-5 days per week (Mon-Fri).
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs and work in demanding environmental conditions (heat, cold, heights, loud noise).
• Key Attributes: High level of integrity, strong work ethic, and commitment to teamwork.
• Screening: Pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Additional Information

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Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

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At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset-our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we're proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees' personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire-whether it's advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form Team Green-united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We're proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It's an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we're doing today, we've got our sights set on the big picture- not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.