Abatement Technician

Our client is seeking an experienced Abatement Technician to join their team in the restoration and mitigation industry. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on professional with experience in hazardous material removal, asbestos and lead abatement, containment procedures, demolition, and environmental remediation. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely removing and disposing of hazardous materials, setting up containment areas, operating specialized equipment, and assisting with the restoration of residential and commercial properties affected by water, fire, and other damage. This role requires strict adherence to safety regulations, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), attention to detail, quality workmanship, and a commitment to maintaining safe job sites while helping customers restore their homes and businesses.

Position Overview

The Abatement Technician is responsible for the safe removal, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials, including asbestos, in compliance with all federal, state, and company regulations. This role supports environmental remediation projects by preparing containment areas, executing abatement procedures, and ensuring work sites are properly cleaned and decontaminated.

Key Responsibilities:

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Remove asbestos containing materials from structures in accordance with hazardous material handling guidelines.
• Prepare work areas by constructing containment systems, including walkways between mobile units or portable showers and the work zone, using hand tools and materials such as lumber, plastic sheeting, and duct tape.
• Set up and monitor portable air evacuation and filtration systems within the work area.
• Treat area with chemical solutions to asbestos containing surfaces to soften materials for removal.
• Cut, scrape, and remove hazardous materials using appropriate personal protective equipment, tools and techniques.
• Package asbestos and other hazardous materials into approved disposal bags and seal properly for transport and disposal.
• Clean and decontaminate work sites using vacuums, brooms, and other cleaning equipment to ensure removal of all hazardous debris.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety procedures, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Follow project schedules and productivity expectations to meet deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned, which may change based on project needs.

Skills Required:

• Completion of AHERA (Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act) contractor/worker training.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.

Experience & Systems Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in construction or related field.
• Lead certification preferred.
• Preferred prior experience in environmental remediation or abatement work.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Frequent lifting more than 50 pounds.
• Occasional lifting from 41 pounds and heavier, 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.
• Occasionally climb ladders, bend, kneel, and work in extreme hot, cold and humid conditions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. These protections apply to actual or perceived characteristics, association with a person with a protected characteristic, and any combination of protected characteristics.

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs or practices, as required by applicable law. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact mtoovey@lynichor.com

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person