Manuel Duarte
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Hazmat Technician focused on providing safe protocols to support hazardous material clean up. Expertise in medical aid, rescue, hazardous materials, equipment operation and maintaining sites. Committed to emergency hazard mitigation and protection standard protocols.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hazmat Technician
Hftechaz
Tempe
05.2024 - 01.2026
- Managed hazardous materials safely during transportation and storage processes.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and facilities for compliance and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of hazardous waste disposal and inventory tracking.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks associated with chemical exposure.
- Operated specialized equipment for handling and containing hazardous substances.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure adherence to environmental regulations.
- Provided training on safe handling practices for new staff members in the facility.
- Reviewed documents such as manifests, labels, shipping papers, and safety data sheets to determine appropriate response measures for hazardous material incidents.
- Quarantined chemicals and followed company guidelines, Environmental Protection Agency rules, Department of Transportation regulations and disposal site protocols.
- Participated in training programs designed to enhance knowledge and skills in hazard identification and risk assessment techniques.
- Managed inventory levels for supplies used in cleanup operations following a hazmat incident.
- Conducted emergency scene risk analysis to determine boundaries, proper personal protective equipment, mitigation, clean up and packaging protocols.
- Coordinated with other personnel to develop and implement effective plans for safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Implemented safety protocols when responding to emergency situations involving hazmat releases.
- Performed ventilation and entry operations to secure hazardous environment.
- Performed emergency response duties in the event of a hazardous material incident.
- Maintained records related to the transportation and disposal of hazardous waste streams.
- Ensured proper packaging and labeling of hazardous materials prior to transport.
Hazmat Technician
Patriot Environmental
Tempe, Arizona
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed hazardous materials safely during transportation and storage processes.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and facilities for compliance and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of hazardous waste disposal and inventory tracking.
- Monitored environmental conditions at hazardous materials sites to detect potential health hazards.
- Analyzed factors affecting emergency response operations and emergency hazard mitigation to develop safety prevention plan.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding hazmat-related issues.
- Inspected hazardous materials sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Investigated accidents involving the release or spillage of dangerous substances.
- Identified unknown materials utilizing HazCat Kit.
- Developed clean-up and removal strategy for each individual case based on materials in question and available resources.
Education
GED
06.2008
Skills
- Hazardous waste management
- Emergency response procedures
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk assessment techniques
Certification
40hr hazwoper ,confined space ,8 hr hazwoper
Timeline
Hazmat Technician
Hftechaz
05.2024 - 01.2026
Hazmat Technician
Patriot Environmental
01.2022 - 05.2024
GED