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Hazmat Suit Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Production Technician

Scarborough, ME

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

Comfortability in PPE depending on department (steel toed boots, long garments, hazmat suit) Preferences: * 1-year experience in manufacturing processes or materials (preferred NOT required) * 3+ ...

Production Technician I

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Comfortability in PPE depending on department (steel toed boots, long garments, hazmat suit) Preferences: * 1-year experience in manufacturing processes or materials. * Maintain high degree of safety ...

... hazmat suit that includes a respirator. A respirator fit test will be required based on functional area. Physical Demands: Physical Activities: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal ...

... full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work ...

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CDL A Driver

Rochester, NY · On-site

$26 - $27/hr

All Suit-Kote employees are required to comply with all safety rules and to observe safe work ... Hazmat endorsement a plus * Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) Position is considered ...

... full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work ...

... full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work ...

... full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work ...

... full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work ...

... full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work ...

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How much do hazmat suit jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for hazmat suit in the United States is $27.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a hazmat suit do?

A typical day for a hazmat suit operator involves inspecting and donning safety gear, monitoring and identifying hazardous materials, setting up containment zones, and performing decontamination procedures. You may respond to emergency spills, conduct site assessments, or assist in safe disposal of dangerous substances, often working closely with other emergency response team members. The tasks can vary based on the industry—such as chemical manufacturing, waste management, or emergency services—but all require strict adherence to safety protocols. Collaboration, communication, and readiness to adapt to changing conditions are a central part of daily responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a hazmat suit position?

To thrive in a hazmat suit operator role, you need strong knowledge of hazardous materials handling, emergency response protocols, and personal protective equipment, often backed by certifications such as HAZWOPER. Familiarity with air monitoring instruments, decontamination systems, and containment tools is required. Attention to detail, composure under pressure, and clear communication are critical soft skills that set successful professionals apart. These competencies are essential for ensuring personal and team safety while effectively managing hazardous situations.

What jobs require Hazmat suits?

Jobs that require Hazmat suits include hazardous materials technicians, chemical plant workers, waste management personnel, emergency responders, and industrial cleaners. These roles involve handling dangerous substances, often requiring specialized training, protective gear, and adherence to safety protocols in environments with chemical, biological, or radiological hazards.

How to become a Hazmat suit?

A Hazmat suit is protective clothing worn by workers handling hazardous materials. To work in this field, individuals typically need safety training, knowledge of hazardous material handling, and sometimes certification in hazardous materials operations (HAZMAT). Gaining experience in safety protocols and working with specialized equipment is also important.

What is a hazmat suit?

A Hazmat Suit job involves working in environments where hazardous materials, such as chemicals, biological agents, or radioactive substances, are present. Workers wear specialized protective suits to prevent exposure and ensure safety while handling, containing, or cleaning up dangerous substances. These jobs are common in industries like waste management, emergency response, healthcare, and manufacturing. Proper training and certification are often required to work in hazardous conditions safely.

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Infographic showing various Hazmat Suit job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $57,554 per year, or $27.7 per hour.

Production Technician

PPS-HPS

Scarborough, ME

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

PPS is seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Production Technician for our state of the art semiconductor chamber part cleaning and coating facility in Scarborough. This DIRECT HIRE position comes with a highly competitive starting pay rate, second-to-none benefits, and a high ceiling for growth!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Process parts utilizing both chemical and manual cleaning methods.

  • May perform receiving, processing, wiping, scrubbing, masking, chemical processing, machine operating, etching, blasting, coating, drying, baking, and other processes, as needed.

  • Perform daily organization and upkeep of assigned process area.

  • Handle hazardous chemicals correctly and safely. Follow all policies and directions for safe use of and proper disposal of hazardous chemicals

  • Must have exceptional skill at organizing tasks, efficiently managing their time and the ability to report out achieved task goals.

  • Maintain high degree of safety and environmental awareness through the practice of safe work habits.

Requirements:

  • Ability to handle repetitive work and provide fast turn-around on production related to masking, wiping, processing parts.
  • Good verbal and written communications

  • Computer literate, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel

  • Ability to work a flexible work schedule including some weekend and evening work.

  • Comfortability in PPE depending on department (steel toed boots, long garments, hazmat suit)

Preferences:

  • 1-year experience in manufacturing processes or materials (preferred NOT required)

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience preferred

  • Quality Assurance experience

  • Computer literate, knowledge of MS word and excel is preferred.