Asbestos & Environmental Field Scientist

Resource Options, Inc.; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Options, Inc. in the United States searches for an Environmental Field Scientist to perform field testing, sampling of asbestos, building materials and environmental media, and to assist with Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.

You will calibrate monitoring equipment, prepare data for reports, follow safety standards, coordinate with project stakeholders, and contribute to final written deliverables for clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology or related field
• Certification in field of expertise including CT Asbestos Inspector and CT Asbestos Project Monitor
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests and sampling of asbestos, building materials and various environmental media
• Assists with asbestos, mold, other IH surveys and abatement/remediation projects
• Conducts work in support of and prepares Phase I Environmental Site Assessments in accordance with ASTM Standard 1527
• Tabulate and prepare data for written reports
• Adhere to strict safety standards
• Independently performs non-routine field testing on a variety of projects
• Calibrate field monitoring equipment such as PID or combustible gas indicator
• Sample suspect asbestos-containing building materials in accordance with AHERA guidelines
• Perform oversight and air monitoring during asbestos abatement projects
• Perform complex monitoring and well sampling
• For Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA): reviews previous assessment reports, historical and regulatory records for the property; reports data in accordance with ASTM criteria and/or client’s scope of work
• Conducts interviews with appropriate project stakeholders and government officials to obtain information concerning environmental conditions
• Writes reports which accurately convey the environmental assessment and provide exhibits and photos illustrating information
• Obtains site access, public and private utility clearance, coordinates with various project stakeholders, and schedules drillers, laboratories, and other subcontractors for Phase II or Industrial Hygiene work
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects
• Participate in pre-task planning
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects

Skills

Environmental testing

Field sampling

Regulatory compliance

Data reporting

Safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology or related field

High school diploma or equivalent with 6-8 years of relevant experience

Tools

CT Asbestos Inspector

CT Asbestos Project Monitor

Job description

Resource Options, Inc. in the United States searches for an Environmental Field Scientist to perform field testing, sampling of asbestos, building materials and environmental media, and to assist with Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.

You will calibrate monitoring equipment, prepare data for reports, follow safety standards, coordinate with project stakeholders, and contribute to final written deliverables for clients.