Hazmat Technician - Emergency Response

Description

• Lead safety in all aspects of emergency response, including following GFL procedures, completing safety documentation, and upholding GFL’s high level of safety.
• Ensure all emergency response equipment is operationally ready including preparation, equipment decontamination, and servicing of ER equipment as outlined and required.
• Respond at a moment’s notice to HAZMAT Emergency Responses including responding to rail, road, and fixed facilities.
• Perform chemical neutralization and decontamination as required.
• Participate in live training events.
• Assist with organizing all resources required in both a response situation and in preparation for a potential response situation, including personnel, equipment, and documentation.
• Ensure all relevant information and documentation is gathered and maintained when providing emergency services.
• Perform chemical transloading from one means of containment to another. This may include tank cars, tank trucks, fixed facility tanks, or other small means of containment.

Requirements

• Ability to be flexible and fulfill the on-call and travel requirements of this position.
• Ability to troubleshoot and provide solutions during ER activations.
• Knowledge and/or experience with vacuum trucks and power wash equipment would be an asset.
• Ability to work out of town from time to time as needed.
• High level of effective communication and transparency.
• A Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving abstract is required; Valid Class 5Q driver’s license would be highly desirable.
• Ability to collaborate efficiently within a team setting.
• Physically fit and able to wear chemical protective clothing and respiratory protection from time to time as required. This will require the Hazmat Technician to be clean shaven.
• Any prior training or experience relating to the following would be an asset: HAZMAT Technician, Tank car Specialist, Tank truck Specialist, ICS, Confined Space Entry, etc. Please note extensive training will be provided by GFL to the successful candidate.
• Fully engaged as an entrant, man watch, or rescue attendant for Confined Space Entry projects inclusive of tank cleanings.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience in handling and/or transporting hazardous materials or emergency response would be an asset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changes at a moment’s notice.
• Willing to participate in specialized scheduled projects as required.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance