About this role
Project: Wildfire Cleanup & Disaster Recovery
Schedule: Full-Time / Project-Based
Overtime: Potential overtime based on project needs
We are seeking dependable HAZWOPER-certified General Laborers to assist with wildfire cleanup and recovery efforts throughout the Spokane, Washington area.
Workers will support environmental cleanup crews in areas impacted by recent wildfires. This position will involve outdoor physical labor, debris removal, site cleanup, material handling, and assisting with the safe removal and disposal of fire-damaged materials.
Candidates should be comfortable working in physically demanding outdoor environments where they may encounter ash, smoke residue, burned structures, debris, dust, and potentially hazardous materials.
This is not a wildland firefighting position. The primary focus will be post-fire cleanup, debris removal, environmental remediation, and recovery work.
Assist with wildfire debris removal and cleanupRemove burned and damaged construction materials from affected propertiesLoad, unload, move, and stage debris and cleanup materialsPerform general site cleanup and environmental remediation supportAssist crews with the segregation and proper handling of waste materialsUse hand tools and basic power tools as directedShovel, sweep, rake, and remove ash, soil, and debrisAssist with demolition and removal of damaged materials when requiredFollow established procedures when working around potentially hazardous materialsProperly wear and maintain required PPE and respiratory protectionFollow HAZWOPER procedures, site-specific safety plans, and supervisor instructionsMaintain safe work areas around equipment, vehicles, debris piles, and active cleanup operationsWork effectively as part of a fast-paced disaster recovery teamFollow all OSHA, environmental, and project-specific safety requirementsRequirements
Current HAZWOPER certification required40-Hour HAZWOPER certification strongly preferredCurrent 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher, when applicablePrevious construction, demolition, environmental cleanup, restoration, remediation, or general labor experience preferredAbility to perform physically demanding work for extended periodsAbility to lift and carry 50+ lbsComfortable working outdoors for extended shiftsComfortable working around ash, dust, smoke residue, debris, and fire-damaged structuresAbility to wear respiratory protection and other required PPEMust be able to follow strict safety procedures and supervisor instructionsMust be dependable and report to work on timeMust have reliable transportation to designated Spokane-area jobsitesMust be legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred ExperienceCandidates with previous experience in any of the following are strongly encouraged to apply:Wildfire or disaster cleanupEnvironmental remediationHazardous material cleanupFire or flood restorationDemolitionConstruction laborDebris removalAsbestos or lead-related remediationEmergency response cleanupDisaster recovery projects Benefits
Work EnvironmentThis position involves working in areas affected by wildfire damage. Conditions may include:
Burned or damaged structuresAsh and airborne dustSmoke residue and sootUneven terrainHeavy debrisHot weather and direct sunlightExtended periods of standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carryingUse of respirators, protective suits, gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, and other PPEWorkers will be expected to strictly follow all established site safety, respiratory protection, HAZWOPER, and environmental procedures.