Asbestos Abatement Technician

JENKINS SERVICES GROUP•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Jenkins Restorations upholds a vision to be the restoration firm of choice in existing and future markets while upholding Biblical values. The Asbestos Abatement Technician reports to the General Manager with accountability for providing excellent service for those who have been victims of disaster and for restoring property and lives with a servant’s heart. They should embody Jenkins Restorations’ core values, including, Can-do Attitude, Excellent Execution, Do the Right Thing, Actions of a Servant, and Responsible Stewardship (C.E.D.A.R). The Mold Remediation/Asbestos Abatement Technician is primarily responsible for physically performing asbestos abatements, setting up containment, performing demolition as needed, delivering, staging, setting-up and monitoring remediation equipment, taking down and decontaminating drying/remediation/abatement equipment, and overseeing demolition/cleaning crews of up to 10 people. This person may be required to meet with third-party Environmentalists or Consultants assigned to any projects.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
Willing and able to engage in manual labor, which can be physically demanding – able to regularly lift/carry 50 lbs. and, on occasion, up to 100 lbs.
Excellent customer service and communication skills using English language
Due to the Emergency Response aspect of this position, work schedules typically include “On Call” participation (24x7) with modifications in work schedule being dependent on local “On Call” status
Willing and able to work and be available for overtime when needed
Great attitude, trustworthy, dependable, and a pleasant personality
Willing to receive appropriate vaccines/medical requirements
Able to pass a background check, driving record check, and regular employee drug screenings
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, and the ability to speak effectively to customers and/or employees of organization in the English language
Knowledge of industry related software
Able to “touch type”
Familiar with software like Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
Able to communicate via cell phone and appropriate apps
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form in the English language

Responsibilities

Respond to scheduled or emergency abatement, remediation, and mitigation projects
Perform abatement/remediation services based on direction from the job project manager
Interpret job scopes to determine the abatement/remediation services needed
Removes drywall, pulls up flooring, clears out all debris
Performs detailed cleaning of building components
Dries out water damaged materials with drying equipment
Oversee crews that are performing remediation/abatement demolition and cleaning
Competently setup and take down containment barriers and understand air pressurization
Focus and dedication to providing excellent customer service
Maintain a clean, properly stocked and organized truck and maintain all company equipment
Be accessible by phone and participate, as necessary, in the on-call schedule
Assist in warehousing and facility related tasks when necessary
Assist other team members as opportunities arise and be a leader for the team when needed
Perform crimes, trauma and biohazard clean-up and perform remediation services
Track subcontractor labor hours
Track certificates or all workers on site
Manage disposal of contaminated waste
Ensure that crew members wear proper PPE, donning, and doffing at designated location within the decontamination chamber, and following proper safety measures during demolition and cleaning
Understand basic OSHA guidelines
Provide excellent customer service to property owner
Effectively communicate job updates/progress with clients, insurance representatives and Project Manager
Respond 24x7 as needed
All other duties as assigned