Construction Laborer – Asbestos & Environmental Services

Job summary

Responsible for the safe removal and disposal of hazardous materials like asbestos, lead paint, and mold. Tasks include setting up containment areas and performing demolition and decontamination in various environments.

Job details

**PLEASE NOTE: These positions are on-site roles. Work locations may vary depending on the project. The positions listed below are full-time roles located in the following regions: Halifax, Nova Scotia About the Position We are seeking a Construction Laborer – Asbestos & Environmental Services to join our team of demolition and environmental abatement experts. This position is ideal for someone who is looking to start an exciting career within the construction industry. As an Abatement Laborer, you will be responsible for demolition, remediation and abatement work ensuring compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations, company policies, and procedures. Responsibilities: Set up hazardous material containment areas. Safely remove hazardous materials such as asbestos, lead paint, mold, and other contaminants using proper procedures and equipment. Utilize hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment to perform demolition, removal, and disposal tasks. Conduct cleaning and decontamination procedures to ensure work areas meet safety standards. Work on abatement projects in both industrial, commercial and residential environments. Follow company safety policies and regulatory procedures for hazardous material removal. Communicate with team members and assist in ensuring proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste. Adhere to all provincial and local compliance standards. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge in hazardous materials abatement and remediation preferred. Construction industry experience would be an asset. Able to obtain a Secret Level Security Clearance an asset. Willingness to travel to different job sites. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment such as full face respirator and tyvek suit. Ability to lift 30-50 lbs unaided. Must be able to commute to and from job sites with own forces. Inflector Environmental Services is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free work environment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Workplace accommodations are available should you be contacted regarding this competition. Please advise Human Resources of any accommodation requirements at that time. Job Type: Full-time Benefits Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance RRSP Match Work Location: In person Compensation: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour

What you’ll do

Responsible for the safe removal and disposal of hazardous materials like asbestos, lead paint, and mold. Tasks include setting up containment areas and performing demolition and decontamination in various environments.

Requirements

Candidates should have knowledge of hazardous materials abatement and the ability to wear full PPE, including respirators. Physical ability to lift 30-50 lbs and a willingness to travel to different job sites are required.

Benefits

• Dental Care • Employee Assistance Program • Extended Health Care • Life Insurance • RRSP Match

Listed skills

• Analytical · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Cleaning · Preferred
• materials · Preferred
• Interpersonal · Preferred
• procedures. · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Occupational safety · Preferred
• Time · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Hazardous Materials Abatement
• Remediation
• Demolition
• Containment Setup
• Decontamination Procedures
• Hand Tools
• Power Tools
• Waste Disposal
• Safety Compliance
• Communication Skills
• Problem Solving
• Physical Stamina

Job areas

• Construction
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Trades
• Security & Safety