Industrial Hygiene Technician 2

Atlas; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Time Off & Family Support

401(k) & company match

Life, AD&D & Disability insurance

Safety PPE provided

Learning & Development & tuition reim

Job summary

Atlas is seeking an Industrial Hygiene Technician 2 for our Novi, Michigan team. Under supervision, you will conduct asbestos, lead-based paint, mold and other hazardous materials surveys, assist with abatement oversight, and collect field notes and photographs of site conditions.

The role requires a high school diploma or a degree (preferred) and 1-3 years of IH experience; valid driver’s license; ability to wear PPE; training for NIOSH 582; opportunities for growth and a strong benefits

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as an industrial hygiene technician.
• Ability to wear respirators and PPE as needed.
• Knowledge of OSHA/NIOSH/lead and asbestos regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, conduct asbestos, lead-based paint, mold and/or other hazardous materials surveys.
• Provide asbestos and lead-based paint oversight during abatement activities.
• Collect detailed field notes and photographs of site conditions and findings.
• Prepare chain-of-custody documents for analytical testing, recording survey data on approved forms completely and legibly.
• Ability to compose detailed sample location maps.
• Compile and organize data for reports.
• Present data and make recommendations to upper-level staff on recommendations.
• Prepare reports or portions of reports detailing survey/project information.

Skills

Field data collection

Report writing

Data organization

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field (preferred)

High School Diploma (required)

Tools

XRF analyzer

Infrared camera

Moisture meter

PCM microscope

IAQ meter

PPE handling

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

We are seeking an Industrial Hygiene Technician 2 to join our Novi, MI team!

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Under supervision, conduct asbestos, lead-based paint, mold and/or other hazardous materials surveys.
• Provide asbestos and lead-based paint oversight during abatement activities.
• Collect detailed field notes and photographs of site conditions and findings.
• Prepare chain-of-custody documents for analytical testing, recording survey data on approved forms completely and legibly.
• Ability to compose detailed sample location maps.
• Compile and organize data for reports.
• Present data and make recommendations to upper-level staff on recommendations.
• Prepare reports or portions of reports detailing survey/project information.
• After training, use standard and specialized equipment, such as hand tools for collection of building material samples, high volume and low volume pumps, PCM microscope, rotameter, XRF analyzer, moisture meter, mold pump, infrared camera, IAQ meter, and/or others
• After training, ability to calibrate instruments, use equipment in the field, download data, clean and maintain equipment.
• Implement Atlas’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Approval to drive a company vehicle or rental vehicles – valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• High School Diploma or bachelor's degree (preferred) in environmental science, environmental studies, industrial hygiene, occupational health and safety, public health, project management, construction, or related field and 1-3 years of experience as an industrial hygiene technician.
• Valid driver’s license must meet qualifications to successfully complete Drug-Alcohol Testing.
• Must be able to wear a respirator, safety harness, and other personal protective equipment as needed.
• Able/willing to conduct asbestos/lead/mold remediation monitoring projects, asbestos/lead/mold surveys, and/or exposure monitoring and specialized industrial hygiene projects.
• NIOSH 582 required
• Asbestos, Lead, and 40-hr HAZWOPER certification preferred
• Able to work outside of normal business hours on occasion

Technical requirements:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office® applications
• Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations applicable to asbestos and lead preferred
• Technical/report writing skills are preferred

Other miscellaneous qualities:

• Strong problem-solving, workload management, and organizational skills with limited supervision.
• Professional, self-motivated, team player with strong collaboration skills.
• Ability to climb stairs/ladders and lift up to 50 pounds.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our 'quality of life' core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and shared purposes.

Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.