Industrial Hygiene Specialist
$40 - $55/hr
Mid, Senior
Bachelor's, Associate's
New York, NY, USA
HybridHybrid work in the New York area; travel to job sites within the New Jersey/New York City area is required.
Facilities OperationsEnvironmental Health & Safety
About the job
Requirements
- A high school diploma is required.
- A minimum of 3–5 years of direct experience performing asbestos, lead paint, indoor air quality/mold, and general industrial hygiene monitoring and inspections is required.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to draft professional technical reports are required.
- Possess at least three applicable certifications, including EPA AHERA/NYSDOL Asbestos Project Monitor and Air Sampling Technician, NYSDOL Mold Assessor, NJ/EPA/NY Lead Risk Assessor/Inspector, and NYCDEP Asbestos Investigator.
- Have a thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and industry-specific software and databases.
- Have strong knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, and state/local regulations for asbestos, lead paint, and related areas.
- Be willing to travel to and from job sites within the New Jersey/New York City area.
- Pass a physical exam and be medically cleared to wear a negative pressure respirator.
- Be available to occasionally work nights, weekends, and/or extended shifts beyond eight hours.
- Possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
- Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and be subject to DOT-regulated random drug and alcohol testing.
Responsibilities
- 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 documenting site conditions and project-related issues, requiring minimal review from Project Management.
- Conduct job site health and safety inspections and identify and document potential hazards.
- Interact directly with contractors and subcontractors to coordinate site access and daily activities.
- Mentor and train junior technicians on field procedures, safety protocols, and sampling techniques.
Desired Qualifications
- An associate's or bachelor's degree in a related field is strongly preferred.
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
- Additional asbestos accreditations, such as EPA/NYSDOL Project Designer or Certified Safety Professional.
- Experience performing health and safety oversight and/or construction management.
About the company
True Environmental provides consulting and engineering, water and wastewater management, testing and analytical services, and remediation. It coordinates these services to deliver integrated environmental solutions across the project lifecycle, from planning and design to testing and on-site remediation. Led by veteran environmental engineer Jim Stamatis, the company combines broad end-market experience with hands-on leadership. Its goal is to grow into a comprehensive environmental services organization that handles diverse client needs—from regulatory planning to remediation—through interdisciplinary expertise.
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2022
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Ensero closed by May 22, 2026, proving True can complete cross-border acquisitions.
- Padre joined May 14, 2025, adding natural resources and geoenvironmental work for public clients.
- GKY joined December 19, 2024, strengthening water resources engineering and policy capabilities.
What critics are saying
- Serial acquisitions create integration risk across cultures, systems, and billing processes.
- Each bolt-on increases goodwill and leverage, pressuring margins if project demand softens.
- A failed integration destroys Halle Capital’s platform thesis and exit multiples.
What makes True Environmental unique
- Jim Stamatis built True around founder- and employee-owned environmental rollups, not pure staffing.
- Ensero, Padre, and GKY broaden True across water, remediation, and natural resources.
- Halle Capital supplies acquisition capital, enabling rapid ownership transitions and bolt-on consolidation.
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Benefits
- Remote Work Options