Industrial Hygiene Technician - Field IAQ & Hazards Specialist

Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc.; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon, based in Concord, CA, is seeking an Staff Industrial Hygienist to support projects across the San Francisco Bay Area. The role involves inspections for asbestos and lead in building materials, IH assessments, and client-facing reporting.

The successful candidate will join a skilled team offering airborne monitoring, noise assessments, and regulatory compliance support, with opportunities for growth in a growing firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related field, or 4–6 years of related experience.
• Minimum 1–3 years of related IH experience.
• Master's degree preferred.
• DOSH CSST or CAC certification.
• CDPH Lead Sampling Technician, Lead Inspector/Assessor and/or Lead Project Monitor.
• A valid driver's license may be required.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Industrial hygiene

Indoor air quality

Project teamwork

Communication

Education

BSc in Industrial Hygiene

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Terracon, based in Concord, CA, is seeking an Staff Industrial Hygienist to support projects across the San Francisco Bay Area. The role involves inspections for asbestos and lead in building materials, IH assessments, and client-facing reporting.

The successful candidate will join a skilled team offering airborne monitoring, noise assessments, and regulatory compliance support, with opportunities for growth in a growing firm.