Asbestos Abatement Technician

at  Canstar Restorations LP

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Operating since 1978, Lydale is one of western Canada’s most trusted full-service property restoration contractors, specializing in complete clean-up and reconstruction (both commercial and residential) of property damaged from wind, water, and/or fire. In spring of 2024 Lydale joined forces with Canstar Restorations. Canstar, founded in 1985, has grown to include 18 offices servicing British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.
We love taking part in community events and are pleased to help our furry friends by sponsoring the BCSPCA. We pride ourselves as being the best in the restoration industry by providing excellent service, prioritizing safety, and delivering a very high level of quality work to our customers.
We take good care of our team too! We like to have fun and celebrate our success.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This role is responsible for the efficient and safe removal of contaminates from residential and commercial buildings. You will be establishing a safe environment to complete the abatement process - hazardous material abatement includes the removal of asbestos, lead, mold, and other contamination due to disaster such as flood, fire and trauma.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

A personable and well-organized individual who pays attention to detail and has excellent data entry skills. Someone who has a professional manner and is able to interact with employers and vendors daily. Experienced in working in a fast- paced environment. Other important attributes of a future Environmental Services Technician are:

• 3-5 years experience, ticketed Hazmat Tech
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required
• Successful completion of criminal background check
• Ability to use a computer and a smart phone
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written) and must have excellent customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work in personal protective equipment, including Tyvek suit and respirators for extended periods of time

Working Conditions:

• Must be flexible to work overtime, evenings, and weekends on occasion

• Accurately complete timesheets and consumables
• Complete SSO
• Reviews detailed procedures
• Assist with decontamination unit and portable shower set up and take down
• Assist with removal of hazardous materials from building structures as defined in a project scope
• Assist with preparing hazardous materials for disposal as outline in detailed work procedures
• Preparation on job sites for HazMat work with includes assembling containments and sealing off work areas
• Daily completion of tracking paperwork, timecards, checkout forms and other necessary documents
• Assist with emergency services demo when required
• Re-stock supplies and equipment
• Ensure all relevant safety standards are followed according to Canstar/Lydale and Worksafe requirements

Health and Safety

• Ensure that self and others adhere to Canstar/ Lydale’s health and safety practices and procedures
• Ensure good housekeeping is kept to perform work safely and efficiently
• Understand safety policies and protocols
• Ensure that self and others on site are wearing all required PPE, when required