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N.W.F.F., Inc.
Hazardous Materials Technician II-IV
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What they do
A Hazardous Materials Worker assists with removing or storing hazardous materials from buildings or industrial or accident sites. Removes asbestos or lead from houses, or assists with moving and storing radioactive materials, or assists with clean up at a chemical spill.
$46,266 / year median in Alaska
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Hazardous Materials Technician (Updated Dec 2026)
Position Title:
Hazardous Materials Technician II-IV Discipline:
Technical Services Pay Range:
$24.00- $40.
DOE WHO WE ARE
We care about the world we live in, and want to protect it for the future. We are experts in handling emergencies on land or at sea, and we work diligently to make things better and safer. With a legacy of professionalism spanning over 30 years serving the Pacific Northwest, we are "First in Response, First in Service."OUR MISSION
With over 30 years of service in the industry, NWFF has assembled a team of scientists, engineers, and technicians to meet the needs of our clients. Our mission is to provide a safer, cleaner, and less hazardous environment through education, remediation, and technology. We strive to be leaders in emergency preparedness and response, workplace safety, and environmental services. First in Response, First in Service is our goal on every project. NWFF applies a "roundtable" approach to project management and problem-solving. With our professional and technical services, employees work together on complex projects, identifying solutions and discussing them, while all potential liabilities are examined by subject matter experts. We understand that dealing with environmental challenges can divert time and resources away from your core mission. Our clients rely on us to deliver accurate and cost-effective solutions, supported by technical expertise and professional credentials that are directly relevant to the services we provide. HAZMAT Technician Duties (may include, but not limited to) Work as a part of a team of technical service professionals to accomplish emergency spill response, waste management, remediation, tank cleaning, meth and fentanyl testing and remediation, and other core business functions Work as a part of a team to perform hazard assessment, proper PPE selection and utilization, and performance of the cleanup of hazardous materials, oil, and other contaminants or pollutants. Assist in the preparation of technical reports covering all aspects of site operations. Prepare written daily summary of site operations. Comply with NWFF Health and Safety policies and procedures in addition to federal, state and local regulations pertaining to worker safety, hazardous materials, and general site construction. Perform other duties as assigned Work in & around water Deploying, retaining, and processing of absorbent materials Qualifications Legal to work in the United States Valid driver's license & satisfactory driving record for past three years Pre-employment drug test Pre-employment DOT physical & medically qualified to wear a respirator Ability to lift 50 pounds Available to work regularly weekly schedule, and potentially on-call availability Available for after hour emergency response Must be able to work in a team environment Ability to work in high pressure circumstances and meet required deadlines Ability to wear a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus. (SCBA) Ability to work in a level B suit (self-contained suit) and SCBA for up to three hours. NWFF Provided Credentials 40-hourHAZWOPER
certificate Asbestos worker/supervisor Clandestine Drug lab worker/supervisor Confined Space/Industrial Rescue entrant/supervisorThis Job Is:
A job for which military experienced, and spouses, are encouraged to apply For those seeking long-term career opportunities in a fast-growing industry This Job Is Ideal forSomeone Who Is:
Dependable- more reliable than spontaneous Adaptable/flexible
- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction Detail-oriented
- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$24.00- $40.