LESTER FITZGERALD BAIN

Valrico,FL

Summary

Environmental and Safety Professional with 10+ years of experience in hazardous materials response, environmental remediation, and high-risk industrial operations. Proven performance in emergency response environments including train derailments, pipeline incidents, and disaster recovery. Skilled in site safety compliance, confined space operations, and air monitoring (PID). Travel-ready with strong multi-state deployment experience.

Service-oriented Senior Field Technician successful at maximizing customer satisfaction. Skilled in managing documentation, inventory and reporting.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Environmental & Safety Field Technician / Site Lead

Clean Harbors / Hepaco

Atlanta, GA

04.2015 - Current

Respond to hazardous material emergencies including derailments, spills, and pipeline incidents
Perform containment, cleanup, and remediation in high-risk environments
Serve as Person-in-Charge (PIC) for over water,, operations
Operated specialized equipment for hazardous waste management and site remediation projects.
Conducted safety inspections to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company standards.
Led incident response efforts during environmental emergencies, ensuring swift containment and cleanup actions.
Conduct confined space entry and rescue support
Utilize PID meters for gas detection and safety monitoring
Support federally regulated environmental and safety compliance projects
A- CDL driver with hazmat and tanker endorsement 13 years plus experience
Developed and implemented efficient workflows for waste disposal processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
Collaborated with project managers to assess site conditions and recommend appropriate remediation strategies.
Communicated with supervisor to report progress, discuss issues and seek guidance.
Kept detailed records of field measurements and data.
Collaborated with other field technicians to resolve complex technical issues.
Prepared and submitted reports to document work performed and provide progress updates to management.
Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and equipment operation to maintain high performance standards.

Environmental Technician

Enact Environmental & Remediation

Lockport, IL

08.2006 - 09.2010

Performed soil and material inspections for contamination
Used and calibrated PID meters for VOC detection
Supported environmental compliance and remediation efforts
Conducted environmental sampling and analysis to ensure compliance with regulations.
Collaborated on remediation projects, implementing best practices for site safety.
Worked with site to maintain compliance with applicable environment regulations.
Conducted environmental assessments to monitor compliance with regulations and standards.
Implemented site remediation strategies, improving recovery of contaminated areas.
Streamlined sampling processes, enhancing efficiency in data collection efforts.
Developed and maintained relationships with regulatory agencies to facilitate compliance audits.
Enhanced environmental data quality by collecting and managing soil, water, and air samples with precision.
Detected areas requiring corrective actions through diligent monitoring of soil vapor extraction systems or other remedial technologies employed onsite.
Augmented knowledge base through regular participation in industry trainings, workshops, and seminars related to environmental science techniques.
Assisted in the remediation of contaminated sites by conducting soil excavation and groundwater treatment processes.

Education

Master of Science - Recreation Administration /Tourism, And Travel

Western Kentucky University

Bowling Green, KY

1994

Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education

Kentucky State University

Frankfort, KY

1992

Skills

Hazardous Materials Response (HAZWOPER)
Emergency Response & Remediation
Confined Space Entry & Rescue Support
Air Monitoring (PID)
Environmental Compliance
Marine / Over-water Operations (PIC)
DOT & Hazmat Transport Safety
Incident Reporting & Documentation

Professional communication
Field operations
Quality assurance
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Effective communication
Data collection
Workplace safety