Hazardous Materials Technician Job Description Template

Job title

Hazardous Materials Technician

Job summary

[Company name] is seeking a dependable hazardous materials technician to join our team in [city, state]. In this role, you will set up regulated areas, containment and decontamination zones, identify hazardous materials and review safety data and site plans and support our team’s commitment to safety, quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Set up regulated areas, containment and decontamination zones
• Identify hazardous materials and review safety data and site plans
• Remove asbestos, lead paint, mold or contaminated materials using approved methods
• Wear and maintain respirators and chemical protective clothing
• Decontaminate workers, tools and equipment
• Package, label and document hazardous waste for transport
• Operate air monitoring, HEPA and negative-air equipment
• Follow company policies, safety procedures and applicable regulations

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current license or certification as required by [state]
• Working knowledge of hazwoper procedures and respirator use and maintenance
• Discipline with procedures and teamwork
• [Add role-specific requirements, such as driver’s license or ability to pass a background check, if job-related]

Preferred qualifications

• OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour
• Asbestos abatement worker license
• Lead abatement worker certification
• Experience with air-purifying respirators and SCBA

Skills

• Containment and negative-air setup
• Decontamination
• Waste packaging and labeling
• Asbestos and lead abatement methods
• Physical endurance
• Attention to detail

Work environment and schedule

Hazmat technicians work at demolition and renovation sites, industrial facilities, contaminated land and emergency scenes. They wear heavy PPE in hot, confined or uncomfortable conditions and must follow strict procedures to avoid exposure. Full-time, sometimes with overtime, night work or travel. Emergency response work can mean callouts at any time.

Pay and benefits

$[min]–$[max] per [hour/year], depending on experience. [List benefits: health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, training and certification support.]

Equal opportunity

[Company name] is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law, and we provide reasonable accommodations upon request.