CSST / CAC FIELD POSITIONS

Charles Taylor; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles Taylor is seeking experienced Certified Site Surveillance Technicians (CSSTs) and/or Certified Asbestos Consultants (CACs) to support our environmental consulting operations across Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange Counties, and northern California.

The role involves field asbestos inspections, bulk sampling, air monitoring, project surveillance, documentation, and regulatory compliance, with travel throughout the Southern California markets and a focus on independent, professional client

Qualifications

• Current California CSST and/or CAC certification required.
• Working knowledge of California asbestos regulations and federal requirements.
• Experience performing asbestos inspections, bulk sampling, air monitoring, and project surveillance.
• Strong field documentation and report-writing skills.
• Ability to read construction drawings, site plans, and project specifications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and travel throughout assigned territory.

Responsibilities

• Perform asbestos inspections and surveys per federal, state, and local requirements.
• Conduct bulk sampling of suspect asbestos-containing materials.
• Monitor asbestos abatement projects and conduct site surveillance.
• Perform air monitoring and clearance sampling.
• Maintain accurate field notes, documentation, and chain-of-custody records.
• Observe work practices and regulatory compliance; communicate findings promptly.

Skills

CSST certification

CAC certification

Field documentation

Report writing

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Independent work

Travel willingness

Education

California CSST certification

CAC certification

Tools

Air monitoring equipment

Sampling instruments calibration

Job description

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking experienced and highly motivated Certified Site Surveillance Technicians (CSSTs) and/or Certified Asbestos Consultants (CACs) to support our growing environmental consulting operations throughout Los Angeles, Ventura, and Orange Counties and northern California.

This is a field-focused position for professionals who are comfortable working independently, interacting directly with clients and contractors, and providing accurate, defensible environmental documentation.

The successful candidate will perform asbestos-related inspections, sampling, project monitoring, air monitoring, documentation, and other environmental consulting services within the scope of their California certification.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform asbestos building inspections and surveys in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Conduct bulk sampling of suspect asbestos-containing building materials.
• Perform asbestos abatement project monitoring and site surveillance.
• Conduct air monitoring and clearance sampling associated with asbestos abatement projects.
• Maintain accurate field notes, sample documentation, photographs, chain-of-custody records, and project documentation.
• Observe contractor work practices, containment systems, engineering controls, worker protection measures, and general compliance with project specifications and applicable regulations.
• Communicate field observations and potential compliance concerns promptly and professionally.
• Coordinate with property owners, property managers, restoration contractors, abatement contractors, general contractors, insurance professionals, and other project stakeholders.
• Review laboratory analytical results and assist with preparation of professional environmental reports.
• For qualified CAC personnel, develop or assist with asbestos surveys, specifications, work plans, recommendations, and project oversight within the authorized scope of certification.
• Travel throughout assigned Southern California markets, primarily Los Angeles, Ventura, and Orange Counties.
• Maintain company equipment and ensure sampling instruments are properly maintained and calibrated.
• Follow company health and safety requirements and applicable OSHA/Cal/OSHA requirements.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must possess:

• Current California Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) and/or Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) certification.
• Working knowledge of California asbestos regulations and applicable federal requirements.
• Experience performing asbestos inspections, bulk sampling, air monitoring, project surveillance, and/or clearance activities appropriate to certification level.
• Strong field documentation and report-writing skills.
• Ability to read construction drawings, site plans, and project specifications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with clients, contractors, occupants, and project stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and make sound field decisions within the individual’s certification and assigned scope.
• Valid California driver’s license and reliable ability to travel throughout the assigned territory.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection when required.
• Ability to work in active construction, restoration, demolition, and abatement environments.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional experience or certifications in the following areas are highly desirable:

• Mold and microbial investigations
• Post-remediation verification (PRV)
• Lead-based paint inspections or risk assessments
• Indoor air quality investigations
• Moisture mapping and thermal imaging
• Commercial, multifamily, healthcare, education, industrial, and high-value residential properties
• Experience working with insurance and property-loss claims

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for professionals who understand that environmental consulting requires more than collecting samples. Our field personnel represent the company directly in front of clients and must be capable of providing independent, professional, and technically defensible environmental consulting services.

Ideal candidates are:

• Professional and dependable
• Detail-oriented
• Comfortable managing projects independently in the field
• Able to work in fast-paced and time-sensitive environments
• Focused on accurate documentation and regulatory compliance
• Client-service oriented while maintaining professional independence
• Comfortable working with contractors and multiple project stakeholders

Territory

Primary field assignments will be throughout:

Los Angeles County | Ventura County | Orange County

Additional Southern California travel may occasionally be required depending on project needs.

Compensation

Competitive compensation based on certification level, experience, technical capabilities, and industry background.

Compensation structure and benefits can be discussed during the interview process.

About the Opportunity

This position provides an opportunity to work on a diverse range of environmental projects, including residential, multifamily, commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, restoration, insurance-loss, and large-scale construction projects.

We are seeking individuals interested in becoming long-term members of a growing environmental consulting team and who take pride in providing responsive, independent, and professional service.