Lead, Asbestos Technician

1 week ago

Edmonton, Canada JK Environmental Services Full time

JK Environmental Services Inc. requires experienced, knowledgeable, motivated and career-minded Asbestos Supervisor. Asbestos Supervisor will be required to lead crews in the removal of ceilings, walls, beams, and other structures following hazardous waste handling guidelines. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

**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 Supervisor 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 hand tools, 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

**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**: Permanent, Full-time

**Salary**: From $26.00 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
- Evening shift
- Morning shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Application question(s):

- Do you have a valid class 5 licence?

**Experience**:

- asbestos abatement: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- asbestos worker certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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