What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Compliance Coordinator position at Abatement Testing?
Locations: Phoenix, AZ & Boston, MA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Environmental Compliance Coordinator – Team Lead to oversee field teams performing asbestos, lead, environmental compliance, sampling, air monitoring, and related environmental services.
This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for coordinating field activities, supporting project managers, maintaining regulatory compliance, ensuring accurate documentation, and helping teams complete projects safely, efficiently, and according to applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
The ideal candidate has experience with asbestos inspection and sampling, lead testing and abatement, air monitoring, environmental remediation, industrial hygiene, HAZWOPER, and regulatory compliance. The Team Lead will serve as a key connection between field technicians, project managers, clients, laboratories, and management.
The successful candidate will be comfortable leading people in the field while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality control, regulatory compliance, documentation, and customer service.
Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & Field Operations
- Lead and coordinate environmental field teams performing asbestos, lead, air monitoring, and environmental compliance activities
- Assign daily tasks and ensure field personnel understand project requirements, schedules, and safety expectations
- Provide direction, coaching, and on-the-job training to environmental technicians and field personnel
- Monitor field activities to ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications
- Serve as the primary field point of contact for team members, project managers, clients, and other stakeholders
- Identify field issues or potential compliance concerns and communicate them promptly to project management
- Help ensure projects remain on schedule and meet established quality standards
- Promote a professional, safety-focused, and team-oriented work environment
Asbestos & Lead Sampling
- Perform and/or oversee asbestos sampling, including bulk, dust, air, and surface sampling, based on project requirements
- Perform and/or oversee lead sampling and testing activities
- Support asbestos inspections and environmental assessments
- Coordinate sample collection, labeling, chain of custody, and laboratory submission
- Coordinate with laboratories regarding sample requirements, results, turnaround times, and project deadlines
- Ensure sampling activities are performed according to applicable regulations, project specifications, and company procedures
- Operate or oversee use of appropriate environmental sampling equipment and instruments
Air Monitoring & Environmental Compliance
- Perform and/or coordinate air monitoring activities, including PCM/TEM monitoring when required
- Maintain awareness of applicable EPA, OSHA, AHERA, state, and local environmental regulations
- Monitor field activities for compliance with applicable environmental and safety requirements
- Maintain accurate environmental compliance documentation
- Assist with preparation of compliance reports, inspection documentation, and project records
- Help identify potential regulatory issues and communicate corrective actions to project management
- Support environmental audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries as needed
Documentation & Quality Control
- Maintain accurate daily field logs, sampling records, manifests, chain-of-custody documentation, inspection reports, and project records
- Review field documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
- Maintain records of permits, certifications, laboratory results, monitoring data, and regulatory documentation
- Ensure photographs, field notes, sampling data, and other required project documentation are completed accurately
- Assist project managers with preparing reports and maintaining project files
- Help ensure documentation is completed within required project and regulatory deadlines
Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Promote and enforce safe work practices and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Ensure team members follow applicable OSHA and environmental health and safety requirements
- Support compliance with HAZWOPER, OSHA, EPA, AHERA, RRP, and applicable state regulations
- Verify required certifications, training, respiratory protection, and safety requirements are current
- Participate in job hazard assessments, toolbox talks, and safety meetings
- Immediately report safety incidents, regulatory concerns, or unsafe conditions
- Maintain a strong culture of environmental health and safety throughout field operations
Client & Project Coordination
- Communicate professionally with clients, property owners, contractors, project managers, and regulatory representatives
- Explain sampling procedures, project requirements, and field activities when appropriate
- Coordinate field schedules with project managers and other team members
- Help address client questions and concerns professionally
- Represent the company with professionalism and integrity on every project
- Support project managers in maintaining customer satisfaction and successful project completion
Required Qualifications & Certifications
Candidates should possess relevant environmental, asbestos, lead, industrial hygiene, or remediation experience.
Required or preferred certifications may include:
- Asbestos Worker or Supervisor Certificate – EPA or state accredited; AHERA compliance
- Lead Abatement Worker or Supervisor Certificate – EPA or state accredited
- EPA Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Certification
- Air Monitor / Air Monitoring Certification – PCM/TEM, NIOSH 582 or equivalent
- Sampling Technician Certification
- HAZWOPER 24-Hour or 40-Hour Certification
- Asbestos Awareness Training
Certification requirements may vary based on project location and applicable state regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience as an Environmental Team Lead, Environmental Technician, Environmental Supervisor, Environmental Compliance Coordinator, Asbestos Supervisor, Lead Abatement Supervisor, or similar role
- Previous experience leading or supervising environmental field personnel
- HAZWOPER 40-Hour Certification – 29 CFR 1910.120
- Respirator Fit Test and Medical Clearance – 29 CFR 1910.134
- First Aid / CPR Certification
- Confined Space Entry Training
- XRF Analyzer Operator Certification or experience with lead testing equipment
- Experience with asbestos inspections, asbestos abatement, lead abatement, or environmental remediation
- Experience with PCM/TEM air monitoring
- Experience working with environmental laboratories and sample analysis
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations
- Experience with environmental compliance documentation and reporting
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who can lead from the field.
The right candidate is technically knowledgeable, organized, dependable, and comfortable taking responsibility for the quality and performance of a field team.
You should be someone who:
- Leads by example
- Takes safety and regulatory compliance seriously
- Can communicate clearly with technicians, managers, clients, and contractors
- Pays attention to details and documentation
- Can identify problems before they become larger issues
- Is comfortable working independently in the field
- Takes ownership of assigned projects and responsibilities
- Maintains a professional attitude in challenging environments
- Is willing to train and mentor less-experienced team members
- Understands the importance of accurate sampling, documentation, and regulatory compliance
- Can balance field leadership with administrative and reporting responsibilities
Physical & Field Requirements
This position involves field work and may require:
- Standing and walking for extended periods
- Lifting and carrying equipment and materials
- Working indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions
- Working in construction, demolition, remediation, and contaminated environments
- Working in attics, crawl spaces, mechanical areas, and other restricted spaces when required
- Wearing respiratory protection and other required PPE
- Traveling to customer and project locations throughout the assigned market
- Working occasional evenings, weekends, or overtime based on project requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Opportunities for overtime
- On-the-job training
- Certification and professional development opportunities
- Career advancement opportunities
- Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding environmental services company
Equal Employment Opportunity
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Work Locations
Phoenix, Arizona
Boston, Massachusetts
This is a field-based, in-person position serving projects within the assigned market and surrounding areas.
Apply Today
If you have experience in environmental compliance, asbestos, lead abatement, air monitoring, environmental remediation, industrial hygiene, or environmental health and safety and are ready to take the next step into a leadership position, we want to hear from you.
Submit your resume and tell us about your environmental experience, certifications, and leadership background.
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Pay: $45,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $52,000