Senior Environmental Specialist/Asbestos Investigator

YU & ASSOCIATES INC; Elmwood Park (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning consulting engineering firm is looking for a mid-level environmental specialist to join their dynamic hazmat team. This role involves conducting asbestos investigations, managing abatement projects, and developing remediation plans. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in environmental science and relevant certifications, along with excellent communication skills. Join a supportive and inclusive work environment that values every perspective, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee well-being. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the environmental sector, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with Company Match

Bonus Program

Yearly Performance Review

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Asbestos Inspections/Investigations required.
• Proficiency in computer applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and sampling of hazardous substances.
• Assist Project Manager with asbestos abatement oversight projects.

Skills

Asbestos Investigations

Report Writing

Communication Skills

Ability to Work Under Deadline

Field Work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

NYC DEP Asbestos Investigator License

NYS Asbestos Inspector Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

CAD

Job description

An award-winning consulting engineering firm located in Elmwood Park, New Jersey is seeking a mid-level candidate with 3 or more years of experience who is willing to join our growing environmental/hazmat team.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Asbestos and other hazardous substances investigations and sampling of suspect materials, investigation report writing.
• Assist Project Manager with management of asbestos abatement oversight projects/QC visits.
• Assist in development and/or review of abatement and remediation plans and specifications. Ability to read architectural and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to work effectively under a deadline.
• Ability to work both in the office and in the field.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment if working in hazardous conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Required: current NYC DEP Asbestos Investigator license and NYS Asbestos Inspector certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field.
• 3+ Years of experience in Asbestos Inspections/Investigations with knowledge of applicable regulations for New York State and New York City.
• Proficiency in computer applications: Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• OSHA 10-hr. and OSHA 30-hr. Construction Safety.
• NYSDOL Project Monitor, Designer, Mold Assessor and EPA Lead Inspector certifications are a plus.
• Knowledge of CAD is a plus.

SALARY RANGE: The base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $105,000.

We offer employees competitive compensation packages, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short, and long-term disability, paid holidays, paid time off, and 401k retirement plan with company match.

Please visit our website for all of our career opportunities at www.yu-associates.com.

YU & Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer fully committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment practices. No employee or applicant for employment is discriminated against because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual or affectional preference, sexual orientation, sex, ancestry or national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital or domestic status, veteran status, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information or testing, or any other legally protected category in all employment decisions.

We foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where our employees can be themselves. Every idea and perspective are valued to meet our common goals.

YU & Associates is committed to supporting our employees’ well-being by providing benefits that are a valuable part of the compensation package. We partner with our employees to foster a healthy, safe and rewarding lifestyle both at work and at home. The Y&A benefits program for full-time employees include:

• Medical-National plan with low out of pocket costs to members.
• Dental-National plan.
• Vision-National plan with the largest vision network.
• Life/AD&D-Benefit available should an employee pass away while employed.
• Short-Term Disability-Benefit in the event an employee is unable to work for a short period of time.
• Long Term Disability-Benefit in the event an employee is unable to work for an extended period.
• Employee Assistance Program-Employee 3^rdparty support available when needed.
• ADP Retirement Plan with company match.
• Bonus Program – based on individual and company performance.
• Yearly review – based on individual and company performance.

Tax Savings Tools:

• Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts-Tax Free benefit to employees.
• Flexible Spending Accounts-Tax Deductible benefit for employees.
• Dependent Care and Commuter Program-Tax Deductible benefit for employees.

Value Adds:

• Will Preparation.
• Beneficiary Grief Support.