Technician, Industrial Hygiene

Aecon Concessions; Fuquay-Varina (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Concessions is seeking an Industrial Hygiene Technician to support health, safety, and environmental performance across projects. The role involves hazard assessments, IH sampling for asbestos and other agents, and implementing controls to protect workers.

The successful candidate will contribute to IH policies, incident investigations, and training, while collaborating with internal teams to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in health and safety programs and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of occupational health & safety legislation for construction and remediation environments.
• Relevant technical education or experience in IH/OSH fields.

Responsibilities

• Perform hazard assessments and ensure compliance with procedures and standards.
• Conduct IH sampling for asbestos, silica, lead, mercury, mould, noise, and radiation.
• Recommend and monitor controls including PPE and respirators.
• Prepare survey reports with findings and recommendations.
• Support IH policies, training, and data management.

Skills

Customer service

Office procedures

Occupational health & safety

Radiation protection

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Graduation in a relevant field

Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Date: Jul 28, 2026

Location: Aiken, SC, US

Operating Sector: Safety

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon is a North American construction and infrastructure development company with global experience – transforming vision into reality. We offer a full spectrum of nuclear services for refurbishment, maintenance, new build, decommissioning, modularization, and fabrication to power a sustainable future.

Our nuclear sector plays an important role in extending the life of existing nuclear stations and executing the next generation of nuclear new builds leveraging a similar fleet execution strategy. From our work delivering the two largest refurbishment projects (Savannah River nuclear station and North Anna Power Station) in North America to deploying the first grid-scale SMR in the western world. We continue moving forward with a strategic focus on decarbonizing energy systems in support of a net zero future.

The Industrial Hygiene Technician will support the managers and employees in implementing programs and procedures towards continuous improvements and excellence in health, safety, security and environmental performance.

Citizenship Requirement:
This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by U.S. federal regulations. As a result, applicants must be U.S. citizens to meet eligibility and security clearance requirements.

What You'll Do Here:

• Performing physical, biological and chemical hazard assessments and ensure compliance with relevant procedures, programs, standards and/or regulations
• Performing IH related field sampling and testing of physical, biological and chemical stressors including but not limited to: asbestos, silica, lead, mercury, mould, noise, non-ionizing radiation, and extreme temperature
• Recommending, implementing and monitoring required engineering controls, work practice, personal protective equipment and respirators to eliminate or reduce physical, biological and chemical exposures
• Performing Confined Space Initial Hazard Assessments/Confined Space Entry Surveys and ensure surveys comply with the relevant analytical and interpretation documentation
• Arranging and/or performing compressor and breathing air quality surveys (direct reading instruments and analytical techniques), and ventilation surveys including fume hood testing
• Providing line managers and employees with survey reports indicating the results, field observations and recommendations (control measures, personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory protection needs if relevant)
• Providing additional support to facilities on IH related matters as required
• Acting as the liaison with internal customers and contractors to ensure IH needs are addressed and met
• Supporting the implementation of IH policies, programs and procedures
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of Safety Data Sheets, chemical Inventories and exposure databases
• Operating and maintaining IH sampling equipment including calibration, service and repair
• Developing communications, conducting training sessions and delivering presentations on IH-related subjects
• Supporting Integrated Work Control, including JHAs, risk reviews, work plans and permits
• Serving as the IH subject matter expert for designated topics
• Participating in inspections, audits and program reviews
• Compiling summary information for internal reports
• Conducting research as assigned
• Collaborating effectively with other IH and OSH personnel.
• Participating in internal and external training courses as required
• Other duties as assigned by your manager

What You Bring To The Team:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of customer service
• Familiarity of office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
• Working level knowledge of occupational health & safety legislation relating to general operational system, construction, waste operations, environment remediation and demolition environments
• Experience and working knowledge of specific state regulatory requirements that affects occupational health and safety
• A working knowledge of radiation protection principles would be an asset
• Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education, in a field relevant to the position and normally has six (6) to eight (8) years of pertinent technological experience
  OR
• Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent and normally has ten to twelve (10-12) years of pertinent and progressive experience or the equivalent in experience, additional education and/or training

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

Aecon is committed to ensuring all job postings are compliant with all applicable laws. Any candidate who has a concern regarding the contents of this or any other job posting can email [e-mail].