Environmental Services Technician, OK

at  Canstar Restorations LP

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Canstar is a Canadian restoration company, owned and operated since we opened in 1985. We have branches both in BC and in AB. Canstar focuses on helping people after experiencing a fire, flood, or other structural trauma to their home/business.
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.

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:

• 1-2 years experience as a Hazmat Tech is considered an asset
• Valid BC 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:

• Travel within British Columbia and Yukon
• Must be flexible to work overtime, evenings, and weekends on occasion

• Assist with decontamination unit and portable shower set up and take down
• Set up portable air evacuation and filtration system to establish negative air
• Removal of hazardous materials from building structures as defined in a project scope
• Prepare 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
• Ensure all relevant safety standards are followed according to Canstar/Norhaz and Work Safe BC requirements
• Provide subject matter expertise and advise Project Managers on required Abatement Protocols
• Assist with emergency services demo when required
• Re-stock supplies and equipment

Health and Safety

• Ensure that self and others adhere to Canstar’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