Debris Montor

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We are supporting a client in the emergency response industry. Do you have the desire to learn The drive to excel and thrive in an engaged client-focused environment If so you may be a strong fit for this opportunity supporting disaster recovery operations.

This organization provides disaster recovery and emergency response services including debris monitoring and management safety oversight damage assessments hazard mitigation and emergency management planning training and exercises across multiple regions.

Debris Monitors play a vital role in disaster recovery efforts by ensuring that debris removal operations are conducted safely efficiently and in compliance with local state and federal regulations.

This field-based position is responsible for visually observing and documenting the loading of eligible debris into haul trucks verifying load tickets and reporting any safety or environmental concerns to supervisors. Debris Monitors serve as the eyes and ears on the ground during cleanup operations and help protect the integrity of the recovery process by providing accurate real-time documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all duties in alignment with organizational values of Care Service and Excellence
• Observe and document all debris removal operations to ensure compliance with safety environmental and operational standards
• Ensure trucks are properly measured certified operated and safely loaded with eligible debris
• Visually confirm that debris is being correctly loaded into trucks at approved collection sites
• Verify load tickets are accurately and completely filled out for each load
• Monitor debris management sites (DMS) for environmental compliance and report issues such as hazardous waste violations or unsafe practices to the supervisor and/or project manager
• Ensure debris removal activities comply with all local ordinances and state and federal regulations
• Identify safety risks including downed power lines pedestrian traffic hazards or the need for traffic control
• Confirm that only eligible and approved debris is collected and transported
• Identify and report contractor non-compliance improper equipment usage or safety concerns to the field supervisor
• Maintain accurate logs and records of debris operations including photographic documentation of damages (e.g. utilities road surfaces private property)
• Communicate regularly with the dispatch center or field supervisor
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education & Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to work long hours (up to 12 hours per day 7 days a week) for 60 days
• Ability to visually verify debris being loaded into trucks during all operations
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work outdoors in physically demanding and hazardous environments
• Valid drivers license current auto insurance and reliable personal transportation
• Personal cell phone with the ability to communicate clearly with supervisors and team members
• Ability to pass a criminal background check motor vehicle record check and drug screening
• Required to wear long pants and work boots; additional personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided
• Ability to move and climb a ladder 10 feet high

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in field operations environmental services or emergency response
• Ability to use digital tools for documentation and reporting
• Familiarity with FEMA debris monitoring guidelines and procedures

Work Schedule

Ability to work extended hours including evenings and weekends during emergency activations to meet client and operational needs.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

This role requires prolonged standing and walking often in rough or uneven terrain and varying weather conditions. Employees may be exposed to loud noise dirt heavy machinery and potentially hazardous environments.

The employee must be capable of regularly lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus to observe debris operations for extended periods.

All employees are required to wear appropriate safety gear including hard hats safety vests gloves and eye protection for extended periods.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person