Field Environmental Scientist – Industrial Hygiene

Apex Clearing Corporation; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-subsidized medical and dental

Company-paid life, short-term & long‑‑

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Apex Companies seeks an Environmental Scientist to support field-focused environmental and industrial hygiene projects in the DMV area, conducting inspections, sampling, and data collection for commercial, industrial, and government clients.

This role emphasizes hands-on field work with opportunities to develop technical expertise, write technical reports, and advance within a fast-growing national firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of environmental field sampling, inspections, or data collection.
• Experience with industrial hygiene or environmental sampling is a plus.
• Certifications such as Asbestos Inspector, HAZWOPER, or NIOSH 582 are highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to collect accurate field data.
• Ability to write technical reports and communicate findings clearly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hazardous materials surveys, including asbestos-related inspections and assessments.
• Perform water damage assessments, mold inspections, and mold sampling.
• Support asbestos abatement projects through monitoring and field observations.
• Collect environmental samples, including drinking water, radon, air, soil, and building material samples as needed.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret field data to support project conclusions.
• Prepare technical reports and input data into project templates.
• Follow project scopes, safety procedures, and technical guidance from project managers and senior staff.
• Support a variety of environmental projects while developing technical expertise through hands‑on experience.

Skills

Asbestos Inspector Certification

HAZWOPER

NIOSH 582

Field data collection

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Geology

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Apex Companies seeks an Environmental Scientist to support field-focused environmental and industrial hygiene projects in the DMV area, conducting inspections, sampling, and data collection for commercial, industrial, and government clients.

This role emphasizes hands-on field work with opportunities to develop technical expertise, write technical reports, and advance within a fast-growing national firm.