Field Industrial Hygienist Technician (CA WA only)

Terracon; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an Industrial Hygiene Technician to support projects in the San Francisco Bay Area, primarily based in San Jose, CA. You will assist on site with inspections, sampling, and IH assessments, and help prepare findings for clients.

This project-focused role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and willingness to learn; occasional statewide travel may be required. Terracon is an employee-owned firm that protects public health and the environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related field.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.
• NIOSH 582 Certification.
• DOSH CSST or CAC certification preferred.
• CDPH Lead Sampling Technician/Lead Inspector/Lead Project Monitor may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform building inspections for asbestos-containing materials per regulatory guidelines.
• Sample painted coatings (paint chip or XRF) in commercial/industrial settings.
• Conduct indoor air quality and other industrial hygiene assessments.
• Perform air monitoring and inspections during abatement projects.
• Calibrate and maintain field monitoring equipment and microscopes.
• Present findings and recommendations to clients; support regulatory compliance.

Skills

Asbestos sampling

Lead sampling

Air monitoring

Indoor air quality

Regulatory compliance

Microscope use

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene

Tools

XRF instrument

Microscope

Job description

General Responsibilities:

Are you, or someone you know, looking for a career in building sciences and industrial hygiene (asbestos, mold, lead-based paint, etc.)? If you’re eager to learn and grow your environmental career with a top environmental firm, then join our team today as an Industrial Hygiene Technician!

The ideal candidate is passionate about protecting public health and the environment, willing to acquire necessary certifications for asbestos and lead inspections and can use a microscope.

Terracon is seeking a Field Industrial Hygienist to join our team in the South San Francisco Bay Area, (San Jose) CA. This position would be part of a very skilled team that performs airborne chemical monitoring, noise assessments, indoor air quality surveys, asbestos and lead in building materials investigations, safety audits, and other activities. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible, and personable individual with an eye for detail, a willingness to learn, and a desire to be part of a growing and high-performing team. This is a project-focused position. Terracon is an employee-owned organization that creates earth-to-sky solutions with relatable people all working to protect our resources, our health, and our future!

Job Description:

This position will be primarily based in San Jose California and provide support for projects in the entire San Francisco Bay area and occasionally elsewhere throughout the state.

You will conduct initial building inspections, asbestos and lead abatement oversight, and assist project managers with industrial hygiene inspections. You will evaluate sampling results, prepare risk assessment reports, and develop recommendations to correct and improve the environment. The position also entails presenting and communicating findings and report recommendations to clients. In addition, you will support in environmental services such as Phase I Assessments, Limited Site Investigations, and regulatory compliance, as needed.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Performing building inspections for asbestos-containing materials in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• Sampling of painted coatings (via paint chip or XRF) in commercial and industrial settings.
• Performing indoor air quality assessments and other industrial hygiene assessments such as worker exposure monitoring complying with Cal/OSHA regulations.
• Performing air monitoring and visual inspections during asbestos and lead abatement projects.
• Calibrating, cleaning and maintaining field monitoring equipment, such as sampling devices, and microscopes.
• Following safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participating in pre-task planning. Reporting any safety issues or concerns to management. Candidate will be required to adhere to strict company health and safety standards.
• May serve as team member or participate in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
• Ability to climb ladders, lift/carry equipment (generally up to 50 lbs.), stand for long periods of time.
• Responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related science field.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Preferred Certification:
• NIOSH 582 Certification
• DOSH Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) or Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC)
• CDPH Lead Sampling Technician, Lead Inspector/Assessor and/or Lead Project Monitor