Industrial Hygiene Technician

True Environmental; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental and engineering services firm is seeking an experienced Industrial Hygiene Technician in New York. Responsibilities include air monitoring for asbestos and lead, investigating air quality issues, and conducting safety inspections. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and 2 years of relevant experience. Certifications in environmental health are a plus. The role requires travel within the NY area, passing a physical exam, and the ability to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in related monitoring and inspections.
• Ability to travel to and from job sites within the NY area.
• Must pass a physical exam and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Perform air monitoring for asbestos and lead.
• Investigate indoor air quality issues.
• Conduct job site health & safety inspections.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Knowledge of applicable OSHA and EPA regulations

MS Office software proficiency

Education

High School diploma

AS or BS in physical sciences or industrial hygiene (preferred)

Job description

Matrix New World Engineering, a part of True Environmental and its partner firms, have united their strengths to establish the nation's premier environmental and engineering services consulting firm. This powerhouse organization offers an extensive range of services aimed at revolutionizing the built environment and preserving the natural one. Its diverse expertise encompasses environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering iconic coastal and marine structures, developing sustainable energy sources, and pioneering resource extraction methods. Explore further at http://www.MWNE.com and http://True-Environmental.com to discover the full scope of our capabilities.

We are currently seeking an experienced Industrial Hygiene Technician to participate in asbestos, lead, mold and universal waste project related assignments in the New York metro area.

What you’ll do

• Performing air monitoring for asbestos abatement, lead and mold remediation activities
• Investigating indoor air quality and related water intrusion events
• Conducting job site health & safety inspections
• Performing routine site inspections, collecting bulk samples and creating reports according to applicable State and Federal protocols
• Develop reports, memos, addendums as required for project management review, to document site conditions and project-related issues
• Interacting with management, contractors & sub-contractors, coordinating site meetings, developing scopes of work and implementing project schedules, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred in performing asbestos, lead paint, IAQ, water intrusion/mold, general industrial hygiene, and facility-related abatement project monitoring and inspections.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• A combination of the following certifications:
• EPA AHERA / NYSDOL Asbestos Inspector, Project Designer, Project Monitor and Air Sampling Technician, NYSDOL Mold Assessor, NJ/EPA/NY Lead Risk Assessor/Inspector and/or NYCDEP Asbestos Investigator.
• Working knowledge of MS Office software (Word, Excel, Adobe, etc.)
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, and state regulations for asbestos, lead paint, etc.
• Must be willing to travel to and from job sites within the NY area
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and be medically cleared to wear negative pressure respirator
• Must be available to occasionally work night or weekend hours may and/or extended shifts beyond 8 hours
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to DOT-regulated random drug & alcohol testing

Preferred Qualifications

• AS or BS in physical sciences or industrial hygiene, safety, environmental sciences, or related science or engineering fields preferred, but not required
• Additional asbestos accreditations preferred: Management Planner /Supervisor/Project Designer
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER
• Experience performing other IH-related work and non-IH environmental work
• Experience performing health and safety oversight
• Experience in construction management

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.