Hazmat Technician Jobs
Hazmat Technician jobs are open across emergency response, environmental remediation, industrial manufacturing, and government agencies, from entry-level technician to senior specialist and supervisor, with specializations in chemical response, radiological materials handling, and confined space operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
- Recruiting Pay range
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
- Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
- Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
- Ensure Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner
- Engage in strenuous physical labor including lifting and pulling heavy objects
- Operate light and heavy equipment, handles various hand tools and powered industrial tools, works with vibration-producing tools
- Wear and properly use a variety of personal protective Equipment (PPE). Including respirators, skin, face, hand and foot protection in a multiple number of combinations
- Work in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
- Work in atmospheres and locations with the potential for exposure to various chemical and physical agents, some of which may be hazardous, toxic, or corrosive
- Work in potentially elevated noise levels, confined spaces, including lifting in areas of low clearance
- Work at elevations including working from ladders and scaffolding
- Assist in field sampling activities and calibration of meters
- Climb ladders, scaffolding and into and out of trucks, tanks, and various other containers
- Work extended (> 8 hrs.) time periods
- Attend all compliance and safety update meetings
- Inspect drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance
- Safe loading and unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous waste
- Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling as necessary
- Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
- Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
- Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
- Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned
- By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
- By position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials
- Reliable transportation
- Valid Driver’s license
- Ability to perform physical functions per Key Responsibilities
- This position includes emergency response, a continuing condition of employment is agreeing to be on-call; on occasion working on weekends and holidays will be required; emergency response situations can extend beyond 8 hours, up to 12-24 hrs.
- Perform physical functions per job requirements
- Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
- Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.
- Previous relevant labor experience
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
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- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
- Recruiting Pay range
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
- Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
- Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
- Ensure Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner
- Engage in strenuous physical labor including lifting and pulling heavy objects
- Operate light and heavy equipment, handles various hand tools and powered industrial tools, works with vibration-producing tools
- Wear and properly use a variety of personal protective Equipment (PPE). Including respirators, skin, face, hand and foot protection in a multiple number of combinations
- Work in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
- Work in atmospheres and locations with the potential for exposure to various chemical and physical agents, some of which may be hazardous, toxic, or corrosive
- Work in potentially elevated noise levels, confined spaces, including lifting in areas of low clearance
- Work at elevations including working from ladders and scaffolding
- Assist in field sampling activities and calibration of meters
- Climb ladders, scaffolding and into and out of trucks, tanks, and various other containers
- Work extended (> 8 hrs.) time periods
- Attend all compliance and safety update meetings
- Inspect drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance
- Safe loading and unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous waste
- Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling as necessary
- Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
- Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
- Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
- Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned
- By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
- By position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials
- Reliable transportation
- Valid Driver’s license
- Ability to perform physical functions per Key Responsibilities
- This position includes emergency response, a continuing condition of employment is agreeing to be on-call; on occasion working on weekends and holidays will be required; emergency response situations can extend beyond 8 hours, up to 12-24 hrs.
- Perform physical functions per job requirements
- Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
- Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.
- Previous relevant labor experience
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
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Who's Hiring
- Clean Harbors18
- R+L Carriers13
- Heller's Gas8
- Republic Services4
- BELFOR3
Top Industries Hiring
- Trucking
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hazmat technician jobs.
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification or equivalent hazardous materials training
- Valid DOT hazmat transportation or handler certification
- Experience with personal protective equipment selection and donning procedures
- Ability to pass a medical surveillance exam and respirator fit test
- Familiarity with EPA and DOT regulations for hazardous waste handling and transport
- High school diploma or GED with two or more years of field experience preferred
Tips for Your Hazmat Technician Job Search
List every certification on your resume
Hiring managers scan for OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER, DOT hazmat handler certification, and any NFPA 472 credentials before reading anything else. Put certifications in a dedicated section near the top, not buried in a job description.
Tailor your resume to the incident type
Chemical spill response, radiological decontamination, and biological hazard cleanup each attract different employers. Match the language in your resume to the specific hazard categories the posting names, since generic hazmat experience is easy to overlook.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists hazmat technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by response level
Job listings distinguish between first-responder awareness level, operations level, and technician level roles. Applying only to openings that match your HAZWOPER training level prevents wasted effort and positions you as the right fit from the start.
Prepare scenario answers before every interview
Interviewers for hazmat roles consistently ask how you responded to a specific incident, what PPE you selected, and how you documented the event. Prepare two or three concrete examples from past jobs, training exercises, or volunteer emergency response work.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Hazmat technician compensation often includes hazard pay, on-call premiums, and overnight or weekend differentials that can significantly affect total earnings. When an offer comes in, ask specifically about each differential before accepting or declining.
Hazmat Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most hazmat technicians?
Clean Harbors, R+L Carriers, and Heller's Gas are hiring the most hazmat technicians right now, with openings concentrated in Illinois, California, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Industrial response contractors and environmental remediation firms tend to post the highest volume of open roles.
How many hazmat technician jobs are remote?
About 0% of hazmat technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in this field. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include hazmat compliance consulting, training curriculum development, and regulatory documentation review rather than active incident response or field remediation work.
How do you become a hazmat technician?
Start by completing the OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training, which is the baseline credential most employers require. From there, pursue DOT hazardous materials handler certification and, if your target employers work with chemical or radiological hazards, seek out NFPA 472 or equivalent specialized training. Field experience through internships, volunteer fire departments with hazmat teams, or entry-level environmental services roles builds the hands-on background that moves your application to the top.
Can I get hired as a hazmat technician with little experience?
Yes, entry-level hazmat technician roles do exist, particularly with environmental services contractors and municipal emergency response agencies that prioritize completing your HAZWOPER 40-hour certification over prior field experience. Volunteering with a local fire department hazmat team, completing a community college emergency response program, or taking on a hazardous waste labeling or transport assistant role are concrete ways to build enough of a foundation to compete for junior openings.
What does the hazmat technician interview process look like?
Most hazmat technician interviews involve an initial phone or video screen focused on certifications and availability, followed by an in-person technical interview where you describe how you handled a specific incident, selected PPE, and documented the response. Some employers add a practical assessment where you demonstrate donning and doffing procedures or walk through a simulated spill scenario. Background checks and a medical surveillance clearance typically follow a conditional offer.
Where can I find and apply to hazmat technician jobs?
You can find and apply to hazmat technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your certifications and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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