Asbestos Abatement Technician

**About Us**

At Downs Construction Ltd., we set ourselves apart from similar disaster restoration companies in the Victoria area in many ways. We have more than five decades of combined experience working in the industry delivering exceptional services to residents and business owners in the area. In addition, the jobs we have completed vary in size, including large commercial buildings and much smaller residential homes. Our goal is to provide only top-notch customer service. We guarantee our service from start to finish

**Job Summary**

**Key Responsibilities**
- Safely remove and dispose of hazardous materials such as asbestos, mold, lead, and silica according to WorkSafeBC and company guidelines
- Set up and maintain containment areas, negative air pressure systems, and decontamination zones
- Wear and maintain required personal protective equipment (PPE) including respirators and protective suits
- Use hand tools and specialized equipment to perform abatement work (e.g., scrapers, HEPA vacuums, negative air machines)
- Follow all health and safety procedures, including daily hazard assessments and safe work practices
- Maintain detailed records of work performed, including daily reports and exposure control documentation
- Work effectively as part of a team and take direction from site supervisors or project managers
- Perform general cleanup duties at the worksite
- Communicate professionally with clients, coworkers, and supervisors

**Qualifications & Skills**
- Proven experience in a technician role or similar position is preferred
- Strong knowledge of hand tools and power tools is essential
- Ability to clean, build, and restore various types of equipment
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with colleagues and management
- A commitment to safety protocols in all tasks performed
- *Experience in Emergency Fire and Flood Restoration is an asset, but we also provide on-site training_

Compensation and Work Environment
- Competitive wages and benefits
- A supportive and professional team environment
- Position: full-time
- Flexible working environment, family-oriented culture, and multiple staff parties a year
- We are a growing company with many opportunities for advancement in the future to build your career.

**Applicants must be legally authorized to Work in Canada**

Pay: $22.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person