Mobile Lab Technician

Techtron Central North Carolina; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Techtron Central North Carolina seeks a skilled Industrial Hygiene Field Technician specializing in asbestos, mold, and lead testing. The role involves traveling the territory, collecting samples, performing on-site analysis, and delivering timely reports for restoration and abatement projects.

Responsibilities include maintaining a mobile lab, communicating results to homeowners and insurers, and upholding safety while navigating attics, crawlspaces, and other challenging areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, geology, chemistry, biology, or a related field preferred.
• Experience performing asbestos, mold, and/or lead testing in field or laboratory environment.
• Certifications such as NIOSH 582, ACAC CIEC, and/or EPA AHERA strongly preferred.
• Microscopy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable state regulations related to asbestos, mold, and lead testing.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and technical writing ability.
• Professional, customer-focused communication skills.
• Comfortable traveling regularly throughout the territory and flexible hours.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Travel throughout the assigned territory to perform asbestos, mold, and lead inspections, sampling, and testing using approved protocols and equipment.
• Perform on-site laboratory analysis, including polarized light microscopy, light microscopy, and XRF analysis.
• Assess buildings to identify the presence, type, and extent of potential contamination and interpret results.
• Maintain chain-of-custody procedures and document sampling, testing, and field observations.
• Prepare clear, professional reports with findings, test results, and recommendations within established timelines.
• Explain testing process and findings to homeowners, restoration companies, abatement contractors, insurers, and other stakeholders.
• Work safely in attics, crawlspaces, basements, and confined or physically demanding areas.
• Take ownership of the mobile laboratory, including cleanliness, maintenance, calibration, and inventory.
• Independently manage daily route, schedule, and job priorities using scheduling/dispatch systems.
• Maintain required certifications and stay current on applicable regulations and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing technical and professional development.

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and highly professional Industrial Hygiene Field Technician specializing in asbestos, mold, and lead testing. You will travel throughout an assigned territory to collect samples, perform on-site analysis, and provide accurate, timely reports for restoration and abatement companies, homeowners, insurance professionals, and other clients.This is a highly independent, customer-facing role. You will operate and maintain your own mobile laboratory, manage your daily schedule and territory, and serve as the face of our business in the field. We are looking for someone who combines technical accuracy with professionalism, strong customer service, and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Position Responsibilities

• Travel throughout the assigned territory to perform asbestos, mold, and lead inspections, sampling, and testing using approved protocols and equipment.
• Perform on-site laboratory analysis, including polarized light microscopy, light microscopy, and XRF analysis.
• Assess buildings to identify the presence, type, and extent of potential contamination and accurately interpret testing results.
• Maintain proper chain-of-custody procedures and complete accurate documentation for sampling, testing, and field observations.
• Prepare clear, professional reports summarizing findings, test results, and recommendations within established timelines.
• Clearly explain the testing process and findings to homeowners, restoration companies, abatement contractors, insurance professionals, and other stakeholders.
• Work safely in attics, crawlspaces, basements, and other confined or physically demanding areas, including moving materials when necessary to access testing locations.
• Take ownership of your assigned mobile laboratory, including cleanliness, routine maintenance, equipment calibration, and inventory.
• Independently manage your daily route, schedule, and job priorities using company scheduling and dispatch systems.
• Maintain required certifications and stay current on applicable regulations, testing standards, and industry best practices.
• Participate in ongoing technical and professional development.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, geology, chemistry, biology, or a related field preferred.
• Experience performing asbestos, mold, and/or lead testing in a field or laboratory environment.
• Relevant certifications such as NIOSH 582, ACAC CIEC, and/or EPA AHERA strongly preferred.
• Microscopy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable state regulations related to asbestos, mold, and lead testing.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and technical writing ability.
• Professional, customer-focused communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently, managing a territory, and being accountable for results.
• Comfortable working in confined or physically demanding environments.
• Ability to travel regularly throughout the assigned territory with flexibility in work hours when required.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.