Industrial Hygienist

Tetra Tech; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Mentoring and training

Career advancement

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a full-time Industrial Hygienist in Kansas City, MO to support nationwide environmental projects for government and private clients. The role will involve field sampling, data interpretation, and report writing with mentoring and opportunities to advance to leadership roles.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, 2–5 years of environmental experience, and licenses such as Asbestos and Lead Inspector, plus 40-hour HAZWOPER training; travel is required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience with environmental studies, analyzing for hazardous materials in the environment (soil, groundwater, air, etc.), environmental consulting or related activities.
• Asbestos Inspector and Lead Inspector licenses.
• 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training; if not, training provided by Tetra Tech.

Responsibilities

• Conduct asbestos and lead-based paint surveys.
• Provide asbestos and lead-based paint abatement oversight and air monitoring.
• Prepare Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments and related plans and reports.
• Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and indoor air samples.
• Interpret data and prepare data summary reports.
• Communicate with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Oversee and manage subcontractors during site assessment and remedial activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is looking for a full-time Industrial Hygienist based in Kansas City, MO.

Position Summary

The selected candidate will provide support on various environmental projects for both government and private sector clients. This position will primarily support nationwide commercial, Brownfields, due diligence, EPA and state level projects.

In this position you will be part of multiple project teams, in most cases as project support staff with the opportunity to manage projects. You will have opportunities to obtain licenses and certifications to conduct asbestos and lead related work in various states that you do not currently have. You will continue to expand upon your experience and gain valuable data collection experience in the field and through data interpretation and report writing. Tetra Tech provides mentoring and training opportunities to help junior staff hone their areas of expertise and diversify their interests. In addition, you will have the opportunity to manage projects, project budgets and project teams and have the opportunity to expand further into leadership roles.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Conduct asbestos and lead-based paint surveys.
• Provide asbestos and lead-based paint abatement oversight and air monitoring.
• Prepare reports (including Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments and hazardous materials surveys), Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs), Sampling and Analysis Plans (SAPs), Analyses of Brownfields Cleanup Alternatives (ABCA's), and Remedial Action Plans (RAPs).
• Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and indoor air samples.
• Interpret sample data and prepare data summary reports.

Conduct Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.

• Communicate and interact with project clients, vendors, and subcontractors.

Oversee and manage subcontractors during site assessment, excavation, and other remedial activities.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or Engineering.

2-5 years of experience with environmental studies, analyzing for hazardous materials in the environment (soil, groundwater, air, etc.), environmental consulting or related activities.

Asbestos Inspector and Lead Inspector licenses.

Completion of 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training and current 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher training. If the successful candidate does not already possess this training, Tetra Tech will provide training prior to initiating regular work duties in the field.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Highly motivated and customer focused.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.

Excellent communication, responsiveness, and customer service skills.

In addition, the following is required:

• Passing a criminal background check.
• Driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with environmental sampling work, including permitting and reporting.

Extensive report writing experience and some project management experience.

Previous technical review experience and experience in environmental compliance.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made. Candidates must be able to:

• Lift sample coolers and other equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Wear a full-face respirator.
• Complete an annual medical monitoring program, including pulmonary function testing.

Work is primarily performed in the Kansas City office; however, occasional travel up to 25-35% to perform fieldwork and project oversight in Mid-west and sometimes nationwide will be required.

This position will require some outdoor work within the four-state area of Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, and Nebraska during all seasons, including peak summer and winter conditions, with opportunities to support projects throughout the country.

Projects outside the Kansas City area will require overnight travel.

Additional Information

This full-time position requires roughly 25-35% travel.

This in-office position is primarily desk work in our Kansas City office.

• This position requires d riving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.

Life at Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Benefits

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.