Mechanic B L1-2

The EHS Asbestos Response Team (ART) team responds to asbestos-related events, performs asbestos abatements and air monitoring, and assists in coordinating safe abatement activities. ART members work directly with both internal and external customers to ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

"This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan."

Core Responsibilities

• Will perform, under general supervision, asbestos abatement activities of all sizes and types across various company commodities, including Gas, Electric, and Steam operations.
• Will perform asbestos sampling and testing to identify and verify asbestos-containing materials in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Will respond to asbestos-related emergencies during off-shift hours, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Will safely operate company vehicles and travel to and from job sites as needed.

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma/GED and 1 year related work experience

Preferred Education/Experience

• Asbestos NYS/NYC Handler Certificate Certified by NYS/NYC
• Asbestos NYS/NYC Supervisor Certificate Certified by NYS/NYC
• NYS Asbestos Project Monitor Certificate Certified by NYS
• NYS Asbestos Inspector Certificate Certified by NYS

Relevant Work Experience

• Experience working as an Asbestos Handler/Supervisor on minor, small, and large asbestos abatement projects Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated analytical skills
• Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License Required

Physical Demands

• Ability to respond to system emergencies
• Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold
• Perform extended driving through heavy traffic and severe off-road conditions
• Perform heavy manual labor, i.e. push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to carry tools and materials when climbing ladders and scaffolds, and entering confined spaces
• Ability to work in adverse conditions that include, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, and/or other equipment
• Perform work in underground vaults through manholes
• Ability to work with, and in, the vicinity of high voltage and/or other high-energy systems
• Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator, without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations
• Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations
• Ability to climb in and out of manholes and excavations
• Stand, walk, and climb ladders and stairs for the duration of the workday
• Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday
• Ability to use hand tools and operate heavy machinery, i.e. jackhammers
• Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies
• Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
• Work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays
• Work with equipment with a manufacturer weight rating of 350lbs
• Use equipment with a maximum weight rating of 375lbs when wearing and/or carrying 25lbs of clothing and equipment

Additional Physical Demands

• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.