ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST

GEOQUEST INC; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Training & development

Job summary

A full-service environmental consulting firm in Shelton, Connecticut is seeking an Environmental Scientist/Industrial Hygienist to perform inspections and field work related to hazardous materials. Ideal candidates will have an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3-5 years of experience. Strong communication skills are essential, and relevant certifications are a plus. The role offers competitive benefits including 401(k) options.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in environmental consulting/management preferred.
• Completion of a 40 hour OSHA HAZWOPER training program is a plus.
• Current certifications/licenses related to asbestos and lead inspection would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform various inspections and field work under mentoring.
• Support regulatory compliance related to hazardous materials.
• Prepare reports and other project-related documents.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Associate of Science degree

Bachelor of Science degree

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Training & development

JOB DESCRIPTION

GeoQuest, Inc., a full service environmental consulting and management firm, is currently seeking Environmental Scientist/Industrial Hygienist to join our growing team in our Shelton, Connecticut office.

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

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. Three to five years (or more) of experience working in the environmental consulting/management industry preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required for this position.

Completion of a 40 hour OSHA HAZWOPER training program and current Connecticut Department of Public Health Asbestos Project Monitor, Asbestos Inspector/Management Planner, Asbestos Designer, Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor certifications/licenses would be considered a plus.