Maritime Safety Helper — HazMat & Compliance

EmergencyMD; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Global- a 1st Flagship Company is seeking a Safety Helper to join our team. You will assist with repair, cleanup, encapsulation and removal of hazardous materials such as PACM, PCB, mercury, and lead, and support HWAA operations while ensuring compliance with safety guidelines.

Ideal candidates have maritime labor experience, a valid driver's license, and are medically qualified to wear a negative pressure respirator.

Qualifications

• One year of general labor experience in a maritime environment or relevant military experience.
• Valid state driver's license and eligibility to operate company/government vehicles.
• Must be medically qualified to wear a negative pressure respirator.
• Certifications in AHERA, HAZWOPER, OSHA 10 Maritime, asbestos, shipyard, HWAA.

Responsibilities

• Assist with repair, cleanup, encapsulation, and removal of hazardous materials (PACM, PCB, mercury, lead).
• Support operation and maintenance of Hazardous Waste Accumulation Area (HWAA) per safety guidelines.
• Assist atmospheric testing for safe entry and hot work in confined spaces.
• Help with vessel and facility workplace inspections and daily waterfront safety checks.
• Develop understanding of safety, environmental compliance, and waste regulations.
• Serve as Safety Observer in training and promote workplace safety.
• Adhere to corporate policies and collaborate professionally.

Skills

General labor experience

Maritime environment knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

AHERA Building Inspector Certification

40-hour HAZWOPER Certification (HW42)

OSHA 10-hour Maritime Card

Certified Asbestos Worker with WA license

Shipyard Competent Person (gas-free) certification

HWAA Operator (HW49) qualified

Job description

Global- a 1st Flagship Company is seeking a Safety Helper to join our team. You will assist with repair, cleanup, encapsulation and removal of hazardous materials such as PACM, PCB, mercury, and lead, and support HWAA operations while ensuring compliance with safety guidelines.

Ideal candidates have maritime labor experience, a valid driver's license, and are medically qualified to wear a negative pressure respirator.