Environmental Consultant I

AFTERMATH; Aurora (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company-matched 401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Office closed on holidays

Job summary

Indoor Science, an Aftermath Services company, is seeking a versatile IAQ Technician to assist in evaluating buildings for mold, VOCs, asbestos, radon, and related hazards. The role blends field inspections with office work across Chicago and nearby suburbs, with full training provided and no prior experience required.

You will write inspection reports, help with administrative tasks, and contribute to community health through accurate testing and reporting.

Qualifications

• Degree in a science field such as microbiology, biology, chemistry, environmental science, or environmental engineering.
• GPA 3.0 or above if a recent graduate.
• Lives in Chicago or nearby with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Comfortable with everyday technology (smartphone, tablet, computer).
• Able to climb ladders or crawl into small spaces on some projects.
• Hard-working, self-motivated, and a fast learner.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate offices, schools, and homes for mold, VOCs, asbestos, radon, and other indoor environmental hazards.
• Write inspection reports and blog articles.
• Help with administrative/office tasks such as answering phones and scheduling projects.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned that make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Field work readiness

Ladder/clambering tolerance

Education

Science degree in microbiology/related field

Job description

Description

This role performs a variety of tasks related to indoor air quality (IAQ) — evaluating buildings for mold, VOCs, asbestos, radon, and related hazards — split between office work and field inspections across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Full training is provided; no prior experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate offices, schools, and homes for the presence of mold, VOCs, asbestos, radon, and other indoor environmental hazards
• Write inspection reports and blog articles
• Help with administrative/office tasks such as answering phones and scheduling projects
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned that make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Basic Qualifications

• Degree in a science field — microbiology/mycology, biology, chemistry, environmental science, or environmental engineering
• GPA 3.0 or above, if a recent college graduate
• Lives in Chicago or nearby, with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Comfortable with everyday technology (smartphone, tablet, computer)
• Agile and comfortable climbing ladders or crawling into small spaces on some projects
• Hard-working, self-motivated, and a fast learner

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior customer-facing or field work experience (retail, hospitality, research assistant, or similar)
• Coursework or lab experience in microbiology, chemistry, or environmental science

Skills & Competencies

• Clear written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail under field conditions
• Comfortable working independently and adapting to a new site each day

Working Conditions

• Day travel within Chicago and surrounding suburbs; infrequent overnight travel
• Mix of office-based work and on-site field inspections
• Some physical demands: climbing ladders, crawling into small spaces

Compliance & Employment Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• Employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check
• No non-compete agreement required for this role

Benefits

• We offer health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• We also provide a company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health benefits for all employees, as well as a company-matched 401(k).
• Team members accrue paid time off annually in accordance with company policy.
• The corporate office is closed in observance of company-recognized holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Indoor Science, an Aftermath Services company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. Indoor Science is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.