Hazmat Technician

R+L Carriers•Elgin, IL

12d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

R+L Carriers has an immediate opening for a Safety Hazmat Technician in our Elgin, IL service center office. Reporting to the Director of Safety, the Hazmat Technician is responsible for the performance of tasks associated with emergency response, hazardous and non-hazardous materials clean-up, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, handling of hazardous materials, and other duties as required.

Requirements

40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification required
Based on OSHA and industry health standards, wear proper personal protective equipment when required
Work effectively and communicate with team members and other departments
Inform the management team of issues that arise on jobs in a timely manner
Update job notes daily
Physically fit; able to lift 75 lbs.
Able to thrive in a high-pressure and fast-paced team-supported environment
Competent in Microsoft Office applications such as, but not limited to, Excel, Word, and Outlook
Exceptional interpersonal skills, customer service, and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to work in a confidential capacity
Ability to handle multiple tasks, while being detail oriented

Responsibilities

Performance of tasks associated with emergency response
hazardous and non-hazardous materials clean-up
site-remediation
equipment decontamination
handling of hazardous materials
Lead safety in all aspects of emergency response, including following R+L procedures, properly containerizing waste/re-use products, and completing safety documentation, and upholding R+L’s high level of safety
Experience operating tools applicable to emergency response activities
Set up and participate in live training events to ensure the competency of personnel
Audit incoming/outgoing hazardous materials shipments for compliance
Ability and willingness to coach co-workers on unsafe behaviors observed
Willing to participate in specialized scheduled projects as required