DAWSON · 18 hours ago
HAZMAT Instructor/Secret Clearance
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $65K/yr
5+ years expDAWSON is a company focused on providing comprehensive training and support in emergency management. The HAZMAT Instructor will provide formal instruction and certification in Hazardous Materials Operations, maintain HAZMAT equipment, and ensure a professional learning environment for students.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Maintain qualifications in instructional techniques, training aids, training equipment, training devices and instructional material required to teach assigned topics
Recommend any changes to the curriculum, if necessary
Prepare a personalized Lesson Topic Guide for each subject matter area assigned
Prepare the classroom for instruction and ensure classroom is left in an orderly fashion each day
Provided remediation for any student demonstrating academic problems at any time in the course
Make academic comments concerning students upon request of the appropriate authority
Ensure a dignified, harmonious, and professional classroom atmosphere
Administer, grade and review examinations, as necessary
Report all problem areas related to assigned duties and responsibilities
Teach all assigned topics while effectively utilizing allotted time
Inventory and account for assigned classroom/lab training equipment, submitting missing item reports
Instruct students in operation and safety requirements of shop/lab equipment for trainers
Administer course examinations and conduct test review as required
Monitor students’ compliance with safety standards/procedures and immediately correct safety violations
Assign suitable study procedures to help both failing and non-failing students
Ensure any changes in the instructions listed in the topical outline are incorporated into the lesson plans and any corresponding materials provided to the students
Must be able to lift approximately 50 pounds above the shoulders
Operate a cascade cylinder filling station
Must be able to perform instructional duties in inclement weather when required
Proficient in the operation of CBRN detection equipment used for HazMat identification
Operate and troubleshoot self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
Additional duties and obligations outlined in the EM Support PWS, and assignments delegated by the DAWSON Contract Task Lead or DAWSON Supervisor
Completion of Army Training and Doctrine Command approved instructor training course or Army U-approved equivalent course; current International Fire Service Accreditation Congress hazmat awareness, operations, and technician certification; ability to maintain the International Board of Standards for Training, Performance, and Instruction; and instructor certification requirements according to Army Regulation 614-200,Fort Leonard Wood Regulation 350-1, and instructor certification policy are required. Prior to delivering instruction for any course, the instructor must successfully complete the most current version of the Government course as a student
Qualification
Required
A successful candidate must have an active 'Secret' clearance to be considered
Completion of Army Training and Doctrine Command approved instructor training course or Army U-approved equivalent course; current International Fire Service Accreditation Congress hazmat awareness, operations, and technician certification; ability to maintain the International Board of Standards for Training, Performance, and Instruction; and instructor certification requirements according to Army Regulation 614-200, Fort Leonard Wood Regulation 350-1, and instructor certification policy are required
Must have a four (4) year baccalaureate degree and at least five (5) years of experience in HazMat training/operations OR a two (2) year associate degree with a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in HazMat training/operations, OR a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in HazMat training/operations
Minimum of three (3) years of formal instructional experience (one (1) year of experience equates to a minimum of 160 hours of classroom training time per 12-month period)
Minimum one (1) year of experience must be in teaching DoD OR at least three (3) years of active duty in the DoD with an honorable discharge OR at least three (3) years of work for the DoD as a civilian employee AND the instructor must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience managing emergency response personnel or working within an ICS or any combination thereof
Current certified NFPA 472 HAZMAT Awareness, Operations, and Technician (IFSAC)
Graduate of the Air Force Basic Instructor Course or sister service equivalent
Prior to delivering instruction for any course, the instructor must successfully complete the physical and academic requirements of the most current version of the Government course as a student with a score of 90% and above
Benefits
Best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance
A 401(k) program with employer match
Paid vacation and sick leave
Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
An Employee Assistance Program
A flexible work environment
Voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage
Accident insurance
Identity theft coverage
Pet insurance
Company
DAWSON
DAWSON is a Native Hawaiian global business enterprise whose highly skilled and specialized staff, in-place management systems, and responsive global reach bring a depth of expertise and versatility to its Construction, Environmental, Operations and Maintenance, and Professional and Technical Services.
1001-5000 employees
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