Debris Staffing Cadre

Introduction

We are a leading, national consulting firm that provides compassionate, full-spectrum emergency management services including planning and preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation services to the public and private sectors before, during and after a natural disaster or catastrophic event. Our mission is to provide compassionate consulting services to local, state, federal, and industry clients active in disaster response, recovery, and preparedness.

We strive to be on time, on target, and on budget with services aligned to the evolving threats and hazards facing our nation. The position will be guided by ACDC's Corporate Values Platform in all activities.

• Job Title:
  
  Debris Staff - all levels
• Employment Type:
  
  Full Time
• Temporary/Seasonal/Regular:
  Temporary. Must be available to start immediately
• Compensation:
  Varies based on role and location, overtime expected. Base rates will vary from $15-35/hour typically depending on specific role
• Benefits
  
  Summary:
  
  Not eligible for benefits
• Travel/
  
  Location:
  
  Onsite with locations determined by events
• Must be available to start immediately
• Experience requested in debris-related work with waterways, permitting, ACI burning, etc. to be included in your resume

Be part of a team of knowledgeable, compassionate, and helpful allies for our clients. AC Disaster Consulting seeks Debris Staff to assist oversight operations in the removal of debris generated by a natural disaster in your area. The Debris Staff will play an integral part in helping citizens and communities recover from natural disasters. Applicants should be passionate about making a difference and support local, state, and federal jurisdictions prepare for and recover from disasters.

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Report to designated areas at an assigned time
• Attend safety and operational briefings
• Work with contractors and crews on-site and report daily or as needed to assigned leadership/field supervisors
• Monitor the collection of disaster-generated debris from authorized areas and document the work as it is performed
• Ensure that only FEMA-eligible debris is removed, loaded and hauled to disposal site
• Work with contractors and crews in the field and report to the Field Supervisor
• Operate a Smart Phone Application or Hand-Held Unit to record vital information
• Ensure that debris loads are properly contained in the loading container
• Record and report any damage resulting from debris removal operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Ability to work outside for long hours in varying weather conditions
• Ability to pass a Background Check, as needed
• Be highly organized and detail oriented
• Be an active listener
• Possess strong time management skills, along with strong oral and written communication skills
• Due to the nature of the work, candidates must have excellent communication skills and be able to write legibly

No supervisory responsibilities expected for this role, but higher level roles may have lead/oversight responsibility.

Expected schedule: 6-7 days per week up to 12 hours per day. Schedule may vary. Work on evenings and weekends may be required. Dependability and punctuality are paramount.

• Up to 25% travel is expected for this position
• Must be willing to travel and deploy to client sites for extended periods of time

• Mobility required on-site with clients
• Driving/sitting/standing for hours at a time
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. repetitively throughout the day and as needed

• This is an on-site position in varying weather conditions in possible adverse conditions and debris sites with a moderate noise level.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience and knowledge to ensure only FEMA-eligible debris is removed, loaded and hauled to the disposal site
• Willing and able to work with contractors and crews on-site and report daily or as needed to assigned leadership/field supervisors as positive representatives of the company
• Willing and able to report to designated areas at assigned times
• Willingness to travel to client sites and access to reliable transportation for travel within the region this position serves
• Must reside within the commuting distance of the project area
• Access to a reliable vehicle and possess current, valid car insurance and a good driving record
• Access to a smart phone if needed and ability to operate any tablets or devices required

• Two or more years debris monitoring/multiple storm experience is preferred

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsored visa is required
• Must pass company and any applicable client background check and reference check upon offer of employment
• Reliable vehicle to use during…