Air Quality Field Lead & Project Supervisor

Providence - An Engineering and Environmental Consulting Firm; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is seeking an Air Quality Field Supervisor to work at client facilities, training colleagues, and leading field projects. The role emphasizes field-based activity with responsibility for project management, permits, inspections, and documentation.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in air quality or 6+ years in the field, a valid driver’s license and a TWIC card, plus strong technical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• A two-year technical degree with two or more years of relative experience OR six or more years in the Air Quality field is required.
• A minimum of two years of industrial experience is required.
• Bachelors in an environmental field with two or more years of relative experience is preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain an insurable driving record.
• Must possess a TWIC card.
• Knowledge of common engineering concepts, practices, standards, and procedures.
• Ability to read, interpret, create, and assemble from drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and sketches.
• Strong electro/mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Must have good written and verbal skills including the ability to use Microsoft Excel and Word, and other technical programs.
• Must have knowledge of ambient air monitoring and concepts, Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems, and air regulations.
• Must have experience in some capacity with fence line monitoring.
• Must have basic troubleshooting knowledge of analytical equipment.
• Must have Basic Safety Plus.

Responsibilities

• Drives to and in client facilities.
• Obtains permits at client facilities.
• Completes JSA's and toolbox meetings.
• Conducts facility inspections/audits/sampling.
• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of air monitoring equipment.
• Assists with the construction, operation and maintenance of stationary continuous emissions monitoring systems and mobile ambient air monitoring stations.
• Generates accurate and complete documentation of field activities.
• Responsible for client project management including budgeting, setting and managing client expectations, developing detailed project plans, defining the scope of the project, understanding project risks, and assigning team members to specific tasks.
• Responsible for various phases of proposal writing, including drafting, writing, editing, and proofreading.
• Aids in business development opportunities, including meeting with current and potential clients to bring in new opportunities and projects.
• Trains incoming and current employees in internal and external processes and procedures.
• Supervises fieldwork personnel and ensuring quality work is being provided.
• Participates in both internal and external conferences and meetings relevant to role.
• Communicates effectively and updates Air Quality Monitoring Manager about on-going projects.
• Responsible for coordinating, holding, and leading weekly team meetings.
• Adheres to all safety requirements set forth by Providence and clients of Providence.
• Responds to company and client calls including during extended hours of evenings, nights, and weekends and work overtime when necessary.

Skills

Ambient air monitoring knowledge

Reading drawings & schematics

Excel & Word proficiency

Strong electro/mechanical troublesh.

Driver's license

TWIC card

Technical program proficiency

Communication skills

Fence line monitoring experience

Basic Safety Plus

Education

Two-year technical degree with experience OR six years in field

Minimum two years industrial experience

Bachelor's in environmental field +2 yrs exp

Job description

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is seeking an Air Quality Field Supervisor to work at client facilities, training colleagues, and leading field projects. The role emphasizes field-based activity with responsibility for project management, permits, inspections, and documentation.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in air quality or 6+ years in the field, a valid driver’s license and a TWIC card, plus strong technical and communication skills.