Hazmat Technician

Young's Environmental Cleanup is hiring Hazmat Technicians in Grand Rapids, MI. This entry-level role involves outdoor hazardous waste cleanup, ensuring health and safety compliance, and performing physically demanding tasks. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and pass a HAZWOPER/DOT physical. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and professional development opportunities.
About the position

Young's Environmental Cleanup, Inc. is seeking motivated Hazmat Technicians to join their team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This entry-level position involves outdoor work and requires compliance with health and safety regulations while performing various hazardous waste cleanup tasks. The role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.

Responsibilities
• Ensure health and safety compliance by following safe work practices and procedures.
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• Decontaminate various structures, machinery, and buildings.
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• Perform labor-intensive tasks such as shoveling, power washing, and cleaning.
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• Enter confined spaces such as tanks and pits safely.
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• Lift, carry, and pull hoses weighing up to 100 pounds.
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• Operate light and heavy equipment including skid-steers and forklifts.
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• Assist in various emergency response projects.
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• Complete daily paperwork including reports and timesheets.

Requirements
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report.
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• Ability to pass a HAZWOPER and/or DOT physical.
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• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
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• Negative drug and alcohol test, including marijuana, per federal regulations.

Nice-to-haves
• CDL B Chauffeur's Permit
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• Experience in environmental, industrial, energy, or manufacturing work.

Benefits
• Paid training
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• Health savings account
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• Health insurance
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• Dental insurance
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• 401(k)
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• Paid time off
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• Flextime
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• Vision insurance
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• 401(k) matching
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• Professional development assistance
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• Life insurance
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• Referral program