Industrial Hygiene Specialist

What You'll Do

• Independently perform and manage air monitoring for asbestos abatement, lead, and mold remediation activities.
• Conduct complex indoor air quality investigations, including sampling design and interpreting results related to water intrusion events.
• Serve as the primary on-site representative for routine and non-routine site inspections, including comprehensive bulk sample collection.
• Develop complete, high-quality technical reports, memos, and addendums, requiring minimal review from Project Management, to document site conditions and project-related issues.
• Conduct job site health & safety inspections and identify/document potential hazards.
• Interact directly with contractors and sub-contractors to coordinate site access and daily activities.
• Mentor and train Junior Technicians on field procedures, safety protocols, and sampling techniques.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma required; AS or BS degree in a related field is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of direct experience performing asbestos, lead paint, IAQ/mold, and general industrial hygiene monitoring/inspections.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with proven ability to draft professional technical reports.
• Possession of a comprehensive combination of certifications (minimum of 3 of the following):
• EPA AHERA / NYSDOL Asbestos Project Monitor and Air Sampling Technician
• NYSDOL Mold Assessor
• NJ/EPA/NY Lead Risk Assessor/Inspector
• NYCDEP Asbestos Investigator
• Thorough working knowledge of MS Office software and industry-specific software/databases.
• Strong knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, and state/local regulations for asbestos, lead paint, etc.
• Must be willing to travel to and from job sites within the NJ / NYC area.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and be medically cleared to wear negative pressure respirator.
• Must be available to occasionally work night or weekend hours and/or extended shifts beyond 8 hours.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to DOT-regulated random drug & alcohol testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Additional asbestos accreditations (e.g., EPA/NYSDOL Project Designer, Certified Safety Professional).
• Experience performing health and safety oversight and/or construction management.