HazMat Technician
1 day ago
Fort Lauderdale
Job Description Position Summary HazMat Technicians are fully cross-certified hazardous materials operators responsible for executing remediation and decontamination work across biological, mold, chemical, sewage, narcotics, and evidence-sensitive environments. You perform remediation, decontamination, waste handling, neutralization, and site restoration under direct supervision of a Crew Chief. The role requires strict adherence to safety, PPE, regulatory standards, and documentation procedures. Precision, discipline, and reliability are mandatory. Key Responsibilities Field Remediation & Hazard Control • Execute remediation and decontamination across biohazard, mold, chemical, sewage, narcotics, and mixed-hazard scenes., • Identify, contain, neutralize, and remove hazardous substances using approved chemicals, tools, and SOPs., • Set up and break down decon zones, containment, negative air, and PPE staging as required., • Accurately mix, dilute, and apply disinfectants, oxidizers, enzymes, and neutralization agents per approved matrices., • Operate sprayers, pumps, foggers, and metering devices., • Perform surface and environmental verification using ATP meters, test strips, pH meters, and gas/VOC monitors., • Package, label, and transport regulated medical waste, hazardous waste, and contaminated materials according to OSHA, EPA, DOT, and DOH requirements., • Maintain chain-of-custody documentation for waste, evidence-sensitive debris, and controlled substances., • Complete manifests and custody documentation accurately and defensibly., • Follow all Bloodborne Pathogen, respiratory protection, and HAZWOPER standards. Documentation & Reporting • Capture required photo documentation before/during/after remediation., • Complete digital job packets, hazard assessments, chemical logs, PPE logs, and custody records., • Immediately report exposures, near-misses, equipment failures, or protocol deviations., • Maintain audit-ready documentation at all times., • Report safety issues, exposure risks, or equipment failures immediately. Equipment, Vehicle & Readiness • Clean, disinfect, restock, and reset trucks, tools, and PPE after each assignment., • Maintain accountability for assigned equipment, meters, and respirators., • Perform pre-trip and post-trip readiness checks. Professional Conduct & Customer Service • Represent the company professionally in residential, commercial, institutional, and law enforcement environments., • Communicate respectfully with clients, property managers, law enforcement, and facility teams., • Maintain confidentiality, discretion, and composure in sensitive or distressing scenes.Requirements, • Minimum age 23; valid driver’s license; clean MVR., • Able to lift 50–100 lbs; work 4–10 hours in full PPE; tolerate heat, odors, and physical demands., • Pass respirator fit test, medical clearance, background check, and drug screening., • Eligible for unescorted entry into secure facilities (jails, hospitals, airports)., • Experience with tools, construction, restoration, or field labor preferred., • Familiarity with chemical safety, PPE levels, and hazard recognition., • Strong communication and high accuracy in documentation., • Bloodborne Pathogens, HAZWOPER 24/40, DOT HazMat, • Comfortable using mobile apps for photos, notes, checklists, and reporting., • Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort with tools and equipment, • High accuracy in documentation and procedural compliance, • Emotional resilience and professionalism in high-stress environments, • Proficient with mobile apps for photos, checklists, and reporting