Hazmat Supervisor

Hazmat Supervisor

This position is responsible to provide operational support in mitigation efforts in a field environment. The primary function of the Hazmat Supervisor is to perform tasks related to Hazardous Material Removal using a variety of specialized equipment. This position will also require supervision and direction of the Hazmat Techs to ensure they meet production and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Build containment areas prior to beginning abatement or decontamination work.
• Assemble temporary equipment or structures.
• Perform personal air samples.
• Train employees as required on job techniques, safety procedures, and equipment use.
• Conduct a fit test the first day of the week and on the first day of a new job for all employees who are required to wear respirators.
• Document all work completed on the job each day along with the materials/equipment used on the job on a Daily Job Report.
• Meet with management and customers to obtain complete understanding of job requirements before project start up.
• Take disciplinary action when any Technician or Crew Leader working on the job is in violation of Company policy, regulatory standards, or site-specific rules.
• Perform Daily vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and maintain in clean serviceable condition.
• Comply with prescribed safety procedures or federal laws regulating waste disposal methods.
• Record operational or environmental data.
• Drive trucks or other heavy equipment to convey contaminated waste to designated sea or ground locations.
• Load or unload materials used in construction or extraction.
• Decontaminate equipment or sites to remove hazardous or toxic substances.
• Operate machines or equipment to remove, package, store or transport loads of waste materials.
• Prepare hazardous waste for processing or disposal.
• Sort specialized hazardous waste at landfills or disposal centers, following proper disposal procedures.
• Proper use of cleaning/disinfectant solutions and removal techniques of debris from contained areas.
• Report time worked and equipment and consumables used timely and accurately.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.
• Additional duties as required.

Experience and Qualifications

• Must have current Lead Certification.
• Must have current Hazardous Waste Certification.
• Understanding of MSDS protocols.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practices.
• Will be required to work nights and weekends as requested and travel periodically.
• Must maintain attention to detail.
• Be able to work under time constraints to meet specific timelines.
• Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per BELFOR's vehicle policy.
• Possess sense of urgency, professional demeanor, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
• English language literacy and fluency.

Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
• Occasional lifting from 41 lbs +, assisted (up to 50% of the time).
• Access and mobility in tight spaces.
• Sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling.
• Ability to use mobile devices for collection of data and time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

BELFOR Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer