Asbestos Removal Technician

7 days ago

Edmonton, Canada JK Environmental Services Full time

JK Environmental Services Inc. has immediate opening for experienced, ticketed, knowledgeable, motivated and career-minded Asbestos Removal Technician.

**Who We Are**

JK Environmental Services provides clients with peace of mind through the delivery of hazardous materials management and removal, and a range of other specialist environmental support services.

**Position Overview**

Asbestos Removal Technician will be required to remove asbestos from ceilings, walls, beams, and other structures following hazardous waste handling guidelines. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

**Responsibilities**
- Removes asbestos from ceilings, walls, beams, boilers, and other structures, following hazardous waste handling guidelines:

- Assembles scaffolding and seal off work area, using plastic sheeting and duct tape.
- Position mobile decontamination unit or portable showers at entrance of work area.
- Builds connecting walkway between mobile unit or portable showers and work area, using handtools, lumber, nails, plastic sheeting, and duct tape.
- Position portable air evacuation and filtration system inside work area.
- Sprays chemical solution over asbestos covered surfaces, using tank with attached hose and nozzle, to soften asbestos.
- Cuts and scrapes asbestos from surfaces, using knife and scraper.
- Disposes of asbestos following guidelines

**Qualifications**
- Valid OH&S Asbestos Removal Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid Alberta Class 5 Drivers’ License and good driving record
- Experience in the asbestos removal industry preferred.
- Ability to perform repetitive heavy lifting.
- Able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.
- Attention to detail in all areas of work.
- Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
- Basic mathematical skills.
- Working knowledge of Asbestos Removal procedures
- Must pass security background check

**Certifications considered an asset**:

- Asbestos Removal Certificate
- Fall Protection
- Elevated Work Platform
- Confined Space
- Standard First Aid/CPR
- CSTS
- OSSA H2S

**Why JK Environmental?**

Along with a competitive salary:

- Excellent Health and dental benefit plans
- Group Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
- Career development and education reimbursement
- Casual dress code
- On-site parking
- Employee referral programs
- Career advancement opportunities
- Positive and safe work environment
- And more

**JK Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer**

We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Application question(s):

- Do you have a valid class 5 licence?

**Experience**:

- asbestos removal: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- asbestos worker certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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