Lead

Seattle Housing Authority•Seattle, WA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) is seeking a lead asbestos abatement worker to join their mission-driven team. This role involves performing a variety of duties related to asbestos abatement and mold remediation. SHA is committed to expanding housing opportunities, strengthening communities, and supporting a workplace where people grow and thrive.

Requirements

Completion of a state of Washington recognized course for asbestos abatement workers
Completion of microbial remediation training
State of Washington certification for asbestos workers
State of Washington certification for asbestos supervisors
1600 hours of experience as an asbestos abatement worker
AHERA certification
Washington state driver’s license with a fully insurable driving record

Responsibilities

Erect custom containment and decontamination chambers and remove asbestos and mold containing materials
Apply water or other materials used to moisten asbestos materials and scrape and remove asbestos containing materials using hand and power tools
Place asbestos containing materials in proper containers for disposal according to local, state, and federal regulations
Use HEPA vacuum and negative air-handling units to perform general demolition and cleanup of an area
Maintain daily log and unit files of all workday activities
Comply with all local, state, and federal regulations governing asbestos removal and serve as the point of contact for regulatory agencies
Control the abatement process and oversee personal air monitoring of workers
Schedule abatement projects and assign and lead staff
Instruct staff on use of tools and equipment
Conduct inspections and sampling and assist manager with AHERA building surveys
Assess conditions, causes, and safety of asbestos containing materials and mold and make recommendations to leadership for management or abatement