Asbestos Technician

San Antonio, TX


Order: 30013716


Order Type : Temp


Asbestos Technician (asbestos abatement technician) is a professional trained to identify, safely remove, and dispose of asbestos-containing materials in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role is critical in construction, renovation, demolition, and restoration projects where asbestos may be present


Key Responsibilities:

• Identification & Inspection: Inspect building materials to detect asbestos presence and assess hazards
• Removal & Abatement: Perform safe asbestos removal using containment procedures, negative pressure enclosures, and encapsulation techniques
• Containment & Cleanup: Seal off work areas to prevent contamination and clean up after abatement
• Air Quality Testing: Monitor air quality to ensure asbestos fibers are not released during work
• Regulatory Compliance: Follow OSHA, EPA, and local asbestos abatement guidelines

• Certifications: OSHA/EPA asbestos abatement certification; completion of an accredited asbestos abatement training program, OSHA 10, fit test
• Experience : Minimum 2 years in asbestos abatement, preferably in both commercial and residential settings with friable or non-friable asbestos.
• Skills: Ability to lift heavy equipment, follow strict safety protocols, and work independently or as part of a team

• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and organizational abilities
• Proficiency with PPE (personal protective equipment) and hazardous materials handling

• ASBESTOS ABATEMENT LICENSE