Lead, Asbestos Technician - Edmonton, Canada - JK Environmental Services
1 week ago
Description
JK Environmental Services Inc. requires experienced, knowledgeable, motivated and career-minded Asbestos Supervisor.Asbestos Supervisor will be required to lead crews in the removal of ceilings, walls, beams, and other structures following hazardous waste handling guidelines.
Other duties may be assigned as necessary.Who We Are
JK Environmental Services provides clients with peace of mind through the delivery of hazardous materials management and removal, and a range of other specialist environmental support services.
Position Overview
Asbestos Supervisor will be required to remove asbestos from ceilings, walls, beams, and other structures following hazardous waste handling guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Removes asbestos from ceilings, walls, beams, boilers, and other structures, following hazardous waste handling guidelines:
- Assembles scaffolding and seal off work area, using plastic sheeting and duct tape.
- Position mobile decontamination unit or portable showers at entrance of work area.
- Builds connecting walkway between mobile unit or portable showers and work area, using hand tools, lumber, nails, plastic sheeting, and duct tape.
- Position portable air evacuation and filtration system inside work area.
- Sprays chemical solution over asbestos covered surfaces, using tank with attached hose and nozzle, to soften asbestos.
- Cuts and scrapes asbestos from surfaces, using knife and scraper.
- Disposes of asbestos following guidelines
Qualifications
- Valid OH&S Asbestos Removal Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid Alberta Class 5 Drivers' License and good driving record
- Experience in the asbestos removal industry preferred.
- Ability to perform repetitive heavy lifting.
- Able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.
- Attention to detail in all areas of work.
- Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
- Basic mathematical skills.
- Working knowledge of Asbestos Removal procedures
Why JK Environmental?
Along with a competitive salary:
- Excellent Health and dental benefit plans
- Group Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
- Career development and education reimbursement
- Casual dress code
- Onsite parking
- Employee referral programs
- Career advancement opportunities
- Positive and safe work environment
- And more
JK Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
From $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Onsite parking
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Application question(s):
- Do you have a valid class 5 licence?
Experience:
- asbestos abatement: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- asbestos worker certification (preferred)
Work Location:
In person
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