What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hazmat Technician: Safety Department position at R+L Carriers?
Hazmat Technician: Safety Department, $60,000 - $70,000 yearly
Regular, Full Time, 40 hours - per week
Monday – Friday
Overview
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Reporting to the Hazardous Materials Compliance Manager, the Hazmat Technician is responsible for the performance of tasks associated with emergency response, hazardous and non-hazardous materials clean-up, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, handling of hazardous materials, and other duties as required.
Candidate Requirements
- 40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification required
- Based on OSHA and industry health standards, wear proper personal protective equipment when required
- Work effectively and communicate with team members and other departments
- Inform management team of issues that arise on jobs in a timely manner
- Update job notes daily
- Physically fit; able to lift 75 lbs.
- Able to thrive in a high pressure and fast paced team supported environment
- Lead safety in all aspects of emergency response, including following R L procedures, properly containerizing waste/re-use products, completing safety documentation, and upholding R L’s high level of safety
- Experience operating tools applicable to emergency response activities
- Set up and participate in live training events to ensure competency of personnel
- Audit incoming/outgoing hazardous materials shipments for compliance
- Ability and willingness to coach co-workers on unsafe behaviors observed
- Willing to participate in specialized scheduled projects as required
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications such as, but not limited to; Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, customer service and problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to work in a confidential capacity
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, while being detail oriented.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000