74D Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Specialist: civilian jobs and resume guide
For Army 74D Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Specialist work, the official role source describes The CBRN specialist conduct CBRN reconnaissance and surveillance; perform decontamination operations; conducts CBRN sensitive site assessment and exploitation; and operates and performs operator maintenance on assigned CBRN defense and individual CBRN protective equipment., Additionally, in non-chemical units, CBRN NCOs/specialist plan, conduct and evaluate individual and collective CBRN training, and provide technical advice on all CBRN operations and hazards for company and higher-level organizations., and Supervise CBRN reconnaissance and surveillance, detection, and decontamination operations; serve as company CBRN NCOs or operations readiness NCOs.. Keep only the parts that match your own assignment.
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$49,450
Median national pay for Hazardous Materials Removal Worker
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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.
Typical national pay$44,720–$61,530Median $49,450 · BLS OEWS 2025
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O*NET Job Zone 3: medium preparation is usually needed.
O*NET does not establish a universal civilian license for this occupation. Employers may still require credentials.
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Build containment areas prior to beginning abatement or decontamination work.
Remove asbestos or lead from surfaces, using hand or power tools such as scrapers, vacuums, or high-pressure sprayers.
Identify asbestos, lead, or other hazardous materials to be removed, using monitoring devices.
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Hazardous Materials Removal Worker
Summary
Hazardous materials removal worker identifying and removing hazardous substances such as asbestos and lead, while ensuring compliance with safety procedures and regulations during containment, transport, and disposal
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Hazardous Materials Removal Worker
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Built containment areas prior to beginning abatement or decontamination work
Removed asbestos or lead from surfaces, using hand or power tools such as scrapers, vacuums, or high-pressure sprayers
Identified asbestos, lead, or other hazardous materials to be removed, using monitoring devices
Complied with prescribed safety procedures or federal laws regulating waste disposal methods
Loaded or unloaded materials into containers or onto trucks, using hoists or forklifts
Cleaned contaminated equipment or areas for reuse, using detergents or solvents, sandblasters, filter pumps, or steam cleaners
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Name only the tools, materials, or records you used for Additionally, in non-chemical units, CBRN NCOs/specialist plan, conduct and evaluate individual and collective CBRN training, and provide technical advice on all CBRN operations and hazards for company and higher-level organizations..
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The CBRN specialist conduct CBRN reconnaissance and surveillance; perform decontamination operations; conducts CBRN sensitive site assessment and exploitation; and operates and performs operator maintenance on assigned CBRN defense and individual CBRN protective equipment.
Additionally, in non-chemical units, CBRN NCOs/specialist plan, conduct and evaluate individual and collective CBRN training, and provide technical advice on all CBRN operations and hazards for company and higher-level organizations.
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