Environmental Technician Marshall

Ieasafety; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k Retirement plan

Company life insurance

Short term disability

18 days Paid Time Off + 9 holidays

Job summary

The Institute for Environmental Assessment, Inc. (IEA) in Marshall seeks an Environmental Technician to join a field-based team delivering on-site assessments, program development, and sampling across diverse client sites.

You will work locally with travel to nearby sites, developing skills through comprehensive training and coaching, and supporting environmental health and safety programs while upholding our commitment to integrity and client success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Degree or experience in Environmental Science, Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or Construction Management (preferred).
• Asbestos Site Supervisor/Inspector MN 2-Day Air and NIOSH 582 certifications preferred.
• Willingness to obtain above certifications within 1 year of hire or meet experience requirements.
• 2,000 hours of work experience in construction/asbestos/safety/industrial hygiene or equivalent; or Bachelor’s with 500 hours in listed areas; or apprentice program completion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site assessments at client sites.
• Develop environmental health and safety programs.
• Perform sampling protocols and client-facing work.

Skills

Customer service

Results oriented

Technical capabilities

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Environmental Science/Health & Safety/Industrial Hygiene/Construction Management degree or experience

Asbestos certifications (preferred)

2,000 hours construction/asbestos/safety experience

Bachelor's degree + 500 hours experience

Apprentice program completion

Job description

Embark on an exciting career journey with the Institute for Environmental Assessment, Inc. (IEA)! We are on the lookout for a vibrant, motivated individuals to join our team in Marshall as an Environmental Technician. In this role, you will step into a dynamic position where we prioritize your growth and success through comprehensive training and continuous coaching.

As a leading environmental, health, and safety (EHS) consulting firm headquartered in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, IEA operates across the state with satellite offices located in Rochester, Mankato, Marshall, Brainerd, and Virginia. We cater to the diverse EHS needs of both public and private organizations, spanning school districts, colleges, cities, counties, hospitals, and various industrial sectors.

Our mission is to care for our clients, people, and business by continually striving to improve. Guided by unwavering values, we operate with integrity and respect for others. We believe in cultivating a work environment that encourages personal growth, innovation, and opportunities, ultimately leading to shared success. Through these principles, we strive to make a positive impact on the communities we serve and contribute to a healthier, safer space for all.

The Environmental Technician is a dynamic, field-based role, involving independent work at various client sites. Daily routines include conducting on-site assessments, inspections, program development, and various sampling protocols.

• Customer/client service focus
• Results oriented
• Technical capabilities
• Time Management

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree and/or experience in Environmental Science, Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or Construction Management field (preferred).
• Asbestos Site Supervisor, Asbestos Inspector, MN 2-Day Air and NIOSH 582 certifications (preferred).
• Willingness and ability to obtain the above certifications within 1 year of hire or meet the experience requirements listed below (preferred):
• 2,000 hours of work experience in general construction trades, asbestos-related work, safety, industrial hygiene, or hazardous materials control; or
• Bachelor’s degree in physical or life sciences, engineering, or architecture and 500 hours of work experience in the areas listed above; or
• Completion of an apprentice program within the general commercial construction trades.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable source of transportation.
• Ability to pass a background and motor vehicle check.

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel is expected.

IEA offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

• Medical insurance plan options + Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k Retirement plan with employer contributions matching 50% of the first 4% of wages withheld on a discretionary basis each pay period
• Company provided group life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability insurance coverage
• Section 125 Plan for associates
• Short term disability
• 18 days Paid Time Off for new employees + 9 company paid holidays

The typical salary range for this position ranges from $22.00 – $26.00 per hour. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, and experience.