ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST / INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST

ZipRecruiter; Bloomfield (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GeoQuest, Inc. is looking for an Environmental Scientist/Industrial Hygienist to join their team in Bloomfield, NJ. This role involves inspections and compliance projects related to hazardous materials, requiring strong communication skills and relevant certifications. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related fields.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in environmental consulting.
• Completion of 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training.
• Current certifications/licenses in asbestos or lead are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and field work related to hazardous materials.
• Prepare reports and project-related documents.
• Support regulatory compliance for construction activities.

Skills

Communication

Regulatory Compliance

Field Work

Education

Associate of Science degree

Bachelor of Science degree

Job description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

GeoQuest, Inc., a full service environmental consulting and management firm, is currently seeking an Environmental Scientist/Industrial Hygienist to join our growing team in the Hartford (Bloomfield) and Shelton, Connecticut areas.

Primary responsibilities will include performing various inspections and field work. Under the mentoring and management of a Project Manager, this professional will be responsible for projects that support regulatory compliance and construction activities relating to hazardous building materials (asbestos, lead-based paint, PCBs, etc.), soil, groundwater, radon, and indoor air quality; and the preparation of reports and other project-related documents.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Minimum requirements for this position include an Associate of Science degree (Bachelor of Science degree preferred) from an accredited college or university in fields of environmental science, geology, hydrogeology, or other related fields.
2. One year (or more) of experience working in the environmental consulting/management industry.
3. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
4. Completion of a 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training program.
5. Current Connecticut Department of Public Health certifications/licenses such as Asbestos Project Monitor, Asbestos Inspector/Management Planner, Asbestos Designer, Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor are considered a plus.

Please indicate your preference for a position in the Bloomfield or Shelton office.