ONET Occupations » 47-4041.00

Hazardous Materials Removal Workers

Identify, remove, pack, transport, or dispose of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead-based paint, waste oil, fuel, transmission fluid, radioactive materials, or contaminated soil. Specialized training and certification in hazardous materials handling or a confined entry permit are generally required. May operate earth-moving equipment or trucks.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.24)
  2. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.20)
  3. Operate, drive - Things (4.17)
  4. Use my intuition - Data (4.13)
  5. Finish, restore, preserve - Things (3.99)
  6. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.88)
  7. Manipulate - Things (3.88)
  8. Use my brain - Data (3.88)
  9. Control, expedite things - Things (3.84)
  10. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.77)
  11. Imagine - Data (3.77)
  12. Communicate well, in person - People (3.75)
  13. Listen - People (3.75)
  14. Coordinate - People (3.67)
  15. Supervise, manage - People (3.66)
  16. Repair - Things (3.52)
  17. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.50)
  18. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Critical Thinking (3.62)
  2. Monitoring (3.62)
  3. Operation and Control (3.50)
  1. Problem Sensitivity (4.13)
  2. Deductive Reasoning (3.88)
  3. Control Precision (3.88)
  4. Oral Comprehension (3.75)
  5. Oral Expression (3.75)
  6. Multilimb Coordination (3.75)
  7. Speech Recognition (3.75)
  8. Written Expression (3.50)
  9. Inductive Reasoning (3.50)
  10. Arm-Hand Steadiness (3.50)
  11. Near Vision (3.50)
  1. Dependability (4.50)
  2. Cooperation (4.28)
  3. Self Control (4.25)
  4. Attention to Detail (4.24)
  5. Leadership (4.20)
  6. Initiative (4.00)
  7. Stress Tolerance (3.98)
  8. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.94)
  9. Integrity (3.90)
  10. Independence (3.59)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.33)
  2. Getting Information (4.33)
  3. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.24)
  4. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.22)
  5. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (4.17)
  6. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.15)
  7. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.99)
  8. Controlling Machines and Processes (3.99)
  9. Developing Objectives and Strategies (3.92)
  10. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.91)
  11. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.90)
  12. Training and Teaching Others (3.88)
  13. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.88)
  14. Analyzing Data or Information (3.87)
  15. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.87)
  16. Handling and Moving Objects (3.84)
  17. Thinking Creatively (3.77)
  18. Monitoring and Controlling Resources (3.74)
  19. Processing Information (3.72)
  20. Performing General Physical Activities (3.69)
  21. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (3.67)
  22. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (3.66)
  23. Documenting/Recording Information (3.64)
  24. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.63)
  25. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.56)
  26. Assisting and Caring for Others (3.54)
  27. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (3.54)
  28. Developing and Building Teams (3.53)
  29. Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (3.52)
  30. Coaching and Developing Others (3.52)
  1. Drive Automobile, Van, Or Light Truck (4.17)
  2. Operate Forklift (4.17)
  3. Operate Crane In Construction, Manufacturing Or Repair Setting (4.17)
  4. Operate Sandblasting Equipment (3.99)
  5. Operate Hoist, Winch, Or Hydraulic Boom (3.99)
  6. Operate Cleaning Equipment (3.99)
  7. Operate Material Moving, Loading, Or Unloading Equipment (3.99)
  8. Use Government Regulations (3.91)
  9. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (3.91)
  10. Perform Safety Inspections In Transportation Setting (3.88)
  11. Adhere To Safety Procedures (3.88)
  12. Ensure Prescribed Safe Radiation Levels Are Maintained (3.88)
  13. Mix Paint, Ingredients, Or Chemicals, According To Specifications (3.84)
  14. Place Radioactive Waste In Disposal Containers (3.84)
  15. Package Goods For Shipment Or Storage (3.84)
  16. Load, Unload, Or Stack Containers, Materials, Or Products (3.69)
  17. Maintain Production Or Work Records (3.64)
  18. Clean Equipment Or Machinery (3.52)