What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hazardous Material Technician position at Waupaca County?
As a function of the Waupaca County Emergency Management Department, this position responds to chemical emergencies occurring in Waupaca, Portage, and Waushara County as the result of a spill, leak, release, fire, uncontrolled reaction, abandoned receptacles, and/or mishandling of material(s) as requested by the local Incident Commander through Waupaca County Central Communications. This posting is a paid per call position.
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned:
Reports to established scene/staging as determined by the Incident Commander.
Coordinates efforts with other agencies to mitigate situation.
Employs the use of the Incident Command System (ICS) as defined by the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
Assists Incident Commander and Team Coordinator in assessing hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions and rapidly identifies the immediate hazards that may affect the public, response personnel, and the environment including: contamination, weather observations, referencing of materials, hazmat control zones, evacuation, air sampling, containment, and Incident Action Plan (IAP).
Utilizes proper protective equipment in accordance to incident level criteria.
Follows contamination control procedures to minimize the transfer of hazardous substances from the scene by establishing control zones and decontaminating people and equipment.
Performs duties, as assigned.
Maintains confidentiality during and after deployments.
Follows all safety practices and regulations including Incident Safety Plan.
Regular attendance and punctuality required at monthly training/meetings.
PERIPHERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Attends training, meetings, and conferences and maintains current knowledge of methods and procedures through professional literature, publications, internet, etc.
Performs other related duties as required or assignedQUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be able to communicate effectively using clear and concise language.
Must have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation required.
Must be available twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to determine the potential for contact with hazardous materials.
Ability to gather facts and data and draw logical conclusions from such data.
Ability to prepare accurate records and reports in accordance with State and County regulations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relations and working relationships with local, State, and Federal response agencies.
Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity required in situations involving directions, control, and planning of an entire program or multiple programs.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and interact effectively with co-workers and the general public.
Must attend monthly training meetings.
Must attend annual eight (8) hour refresher course.
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned:
Reports to established scene/staging as determined by the Incident Commander.
Coordinates efforts with other agencies to mitigate situation.
Employs the use of the Incident Command System (ICS) as defined by the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
Assists Incident Commander and Team Coordinator in assessing hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions and rapidly identifies the immediate hazards that may affect the public, response personnel, and the environment including: contamination, weather observations, referencing of materials, hazmat control zones, evacuation, air sampling, containment, and Incident Action Plan (IAP).
Utilizes proper protective equipment in accordance to incident level criteria.
Follows contamination control procedures to minimize the transfer of hazardous substances from the scene by establishing control zones and decontaminating people and equipment.
Performs duties, as assigned.
Maintains confidentiality during and after deployments.
Follows all safety practices and regulations including Incident Safety Plan.
Regular attendance and punctuality required at monthly training/meetings.
PERIPHERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Attends training, meetings, and conferences and maintains current knowledge of methods and procedures through professional literature, publications, internet, etc.
Performs other related duties as required or assignedQUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Hazardous material handling experience preferred, but not necessary to apply.
- A combination of educations and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be able to communicate effectively using clear and concise language.
Must have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation required.
Must be available twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Operations level team members shall successfully complete: ICS-700, ICS-100, and Hazardous Materials Operations
- Training (Operations Certificate required).
- Technician level team members shall successfully complete: ICS-700, ICS-100, ICS-200, and Technician Training (Technician Certificate required).
Ability to determine the potential for contact with hazardous materials.
Ability to gather facts and data and draw logical conclusions from such data.
Ability to prepare accurate records and reports in accordance with State and County regulations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relations and working relationships with local, State, and Federal response agencies.
Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity required in situations involving directions, control, and planning of an entire program or multiple programs.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and interact effectively with co-workers and the general public.
Must attend monthly training meetings.
Must attend annual eight (8) hour refresher course.
Salary : $10 - $35
