Industrial Hygiene and Asbestos Technician - Colton, United States - Terracon Consultants, Inc.

Terracon Consultants, Inc.

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Colton, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Job Description:

Are you, or someone you know, looking for a career in building sciences and industrial hygiene (asbestos, mold, lead-based paint, etc.)? If you're eager to learn and grow your environmental career with a top environmental firm, then join our team today as an Industrial Hygiene and Asbestos Technician We have been ranked by Engineering News-Record (ENR) as the #1 asbestos and lead abatement firm for 9 consecutive years

The location for this position can be located out of the following Terracon offices: San Diego, Colton, Los Angeles or Orange County.

Terracon is seeking and Asbestos and Industrial Hygiene Technician to join our team in San Diego, CA.

This position would be part of a very skilled team that performs airborne chemical monitoring, noise monitoring, indoor air quality surveys, asbestos and lead based paint surveys, safety audits, and other activities.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible, and personable individual with an eye for detail, a willingness to learn, and a desire to be part of a growing and high-performing team.

This is a project-focused position. Never focused on one thing too long. Terracon is an employee-owned organization that creates earth-to-sky solutions with down-to-earth people. Protecting our resources and our future

This position will be primarily based in Colton, CA and provide support for projects in Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Diego County, as needed.

You will conduct initial building inspections, asbestos and lead abatement oversight and assist project managers with industrial hygiene inspections. You will evaluate sampling results and prepare risk assessment reports and develop recommendations to correct and improve the environment.

In addition, you will support in environmental services such as Phase I Assessments, Limited Site Investigations, and regulatory compliance, as needed.

Essential Role and Responsibilities:

Performance of building inspections for asbestoscontaining building materials in accordance with regulatory guidelines
Perform air monitoring and visual inspections during asbestos and lead abatement projects.
Sampling of painted coatings (via paint chip or XRF) in residential, commercial and industrial settings.
Calibrate, clean and maintain field monitoring equipment, such as sampling devices, sampling media and microscope.
Performing indoor air quality assessments and other industrial hygiene assessments.
Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
Ability to climb ladders, lift/carry equipment (generally up to 50 lbs), stand for long periods of time

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related science field and a minimum 1 year related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 5 years' related experience.
DOSH Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST)
CDPH Lead Sampling Technician
Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certification:

NIOSH 582 Certification

The expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

$ $39.50 per hour

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide.

Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services.

Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package.

Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

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