ERT is essential to our planet and health
OK, so. We’ve given you a quick rundown on what becoming an Environmental Remediator is all about. But there’s a lot more to it! Ya see, before the disposal of harmful chemicals and materials became regulated and monitored, these toxic materials were haphazardly dumped into lakes, rivers, and/or land. Outdated or broken equipment caused accidents that resulted in environmental disasters. These sites became officially known as “Brownfields” and they need to be cleaned up and restored for so many reasons! With the renewed and, more importantly, URGENT NEED to restore and protect our planet these jobs are now more in-demand than ever.
Certain pollutants require specific methods to clean up a contaminated site. Different technologies and advancements in cleaning require those who work on these sites to be certified in specific areas for the safety of themselves and the environment. Sound like something you might be interested in? From management, or science positions to construction and material moving, this industry requires a qualified team and has tons of room for career growth!
Environmental Remediators typically enter with a high school diploma (or the equivalent) and are required by the federal government to complete formal training programs, such as an OSHA-certified HAZWOPER training course that lasts 40 hours. They also need to be trained in the proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials and in any safety equipment they might be required to use, such as respirators.
How does this all sound to you?! Let’s continue the conversation, feel free to contact Paul at [email protected] to learn more!