Level/Salary Range: $30+/hr DOQ

Job Summary

The Hazmat Foreman will safely direct the day-to-day activities of the HazMat operations of the company, working closely with the Hazmat Division Manager and Crews to aid in the abatement of materials containing hazardous material, asbestos, lead and/or mold that are removed during project clean-up, demolition or renovation.

Role and Responsibilities

Manage workload and continually revise production schedules and priorities to meet job requirements based on customer needs and contract specifications

Able to respond to incidents/tasking after normal work hours

Administer company policies. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws

Interview and train employees

Address complaints in a timely manner

Monitor and maintain quality standards

Review and analyze production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with specifications, operating or production problems and/or to improve job margins

Analyze, diagnose, and propose solutions to production hurtles

Ensure safety of the personnel and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations.

Monitor and ensure DLSE compliance (with assistance)

Skills, Abilities and Experience

Supervisory Experience: 3 years preferred

Hazmat Experience: 3 years preferred

Construction Experience: 3 years strongly preferred

Able to complete/pass Asbestos Respiratory Physical and Respirator Fit Test

Persistent, upbeat, positive, high energy, and thrives in a dynamic atmosphere of change

Must be able to troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Exceptional organizational skills with ability to prioritizing multiple tasks

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions

Ability to gain consensus, influence and inspire with excellent relationship management skills

Education/Training, and Certifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record. HazMat endorsement a plus

Must be able to pass the “Live Scan” background check required by DTSC and the Department of Justice

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and working knowledge/experience of operating a computer

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand for extended periods of time, climb ladders, and wear personal protective equipment including respirator for extended periods of time
• The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, (operate equipment) handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and perform a variety of body motions such as bending, twisting, kneeling and bending at the waist to reach items and work areas and reach above shoulder height to perform duties
• The employee must be able to lift and/or push and pull equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• The employee must be able to talk and hear
• Wearing a respirator (up to full face PAPR) for entire work shift (except for rest and meal breaks)

Work is performed in a variety of locations and work environments. Typical work environments include:
• Outdoors at ambient temperatures and conditions for an entire shift
• Inside vacated buildings
• Within confined spaces
• The noise level in the work environment can be loud depending on equipment being operated in the vicinity
• Elevated work areas such as scaffolding, rooftops, aerial work platforms and devices

Work involves handling and potential exposures to hazardous materials such as:
• Chemicals
• Asbestos
• Lead
• Mold
• Respirable crystalline silica
• Products used in abatement activities such as encapsulant and mastic remover

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.