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HAZMAT Field Service Foreman

Anchorage, AK · On-site

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Climb ladders, scaffolding and into and out of trucks, tanks, and various other containers. * Work ... S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements. * Safely observe all corporate ...

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Journeyman Carpenter - AIT

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$40/hr

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HAZMAT Field Service Foreman

Clean Harbors

Anchorage, AK • On-site

$32 - $36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 27 days ago

Clean Harbors rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 88 rated recycling and waste

Job description

Clean Harbors in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Field Service Foreperson to join our safety conscious team. This position will be responsible for the direct supervision of the Field Technicians. Forepersons and Technicians will be responsible for the performance of tasks associated with emergency response (emergency spill cleanup), hazardous waste clean-up, site-remediation (tank and pit cleaning), equipment decontamination and handling of hazardous materials.
Please note: this position requires new hires to attend our two week Academy training out of state. Expenses are covered by the company and it is paid training.

Why work for Clean Harbors?
  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth.
  • Starting pay $32-$36/hr.
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match.
  • Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career.
  • Company paid training and tuition reimbursement.

Key Requirements:
  • Ensure Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner.
  • Train and mentor the Field Service Technicians.
  • Execution of projects/jobs within budget and on time.
  • Enforce and ensure OSHA, EPA and H&S standards or regulations are compliant.
  • Understand and work with the Coordinator in the communication of manpower, equipment and resources required to complete field service and emergency response projects.
  • Manage large scale field service and emergency response projects when directed.
  • Engage in strenuous physical labor including lifting and pulling heavy objects.
  • Operate light and heavy equipment, handles various hand tools and powered industrial tools, works with vibration-producing tools.
  • Wear and properly use a variety of personal protective Equipment (PPE). Including respirators, skin, face, hand and foot protection in a multiple number of combinations.
  • Work in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Work in atmospheres and locations with the potential for exposure to various chemical and physical agents, some of which may be hazardous, toxic, or corrosive.
  • Work in potentially elevated noise levels, confined spaces, including lifting in areas of low clearance.
  • Work at elevations including working from ladders and scaffolding.
  • Assist in field sampling activities and calibration of meters.
  • Climb ladders, scaffolding and into and out of trucks, tanks, and various other containers.
  • Work extended (> 8 hrs.) time periods.
  • Attend all compliance and safety update meetings.
  • Inspect drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance.
  • Safe loading and unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
  • Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling as necessary.
  • Complete associated paperwork, such as worksheets, vehicle inspections, equipment inspections and permits.
  • Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules.
  • Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements.
  • Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures.
  • Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week.
  • By position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials.
  • By position, may perform lead responsibilities.

Required Qualifications:
  • Previous experience in a physically intensive role.
  • Previous experience in a supervisory, crew lead or leadership role.
  • Ability to travel for extended periods of time, overnight.
  • Ability to be on-call for emergency response.
  • Valid Driver's license.
  • Perform physical functions per job requirements.
  • Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position.
  • Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous heavy equipment experience (bobcats, excavators, etc).
  • Previous environmental and/or industrial experience (ie. site remediation, spill response, hydro blasting, vacuum truck, tank cleaning, refinery-based work).
  • Commercial driver license.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

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About Clean Harbors

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Clean Harbors is North America’s leading provider of environmental and industrial services. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of Fortune 500 companies. Its customer base spans a number of industries, including chemical, and manufacturing, as well as numerous government agencies. These customers rely on Clean Harbors to deliver a broad range of services such as end-to-end hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and maintenance, and recycling services. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is North America’s largest re-refiner and recycler of used oil and a leading provider of parts washers and environmental services to commercial, industrial and automotive customers. Founded in 1980 and based in Massachusetts, Clean Harbors operates throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.

Industry

Environmental consulting services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Norwell, MA, US

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