What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Hygiene Technician position at Aecon Group?
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Position Title: Industrial Hygiene Technician
Come Build Your Career at Aecon!
As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.
At Aecon, you can count on:
- Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
- Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
- Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
- Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.
We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!
At Aecon we:
- Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
- Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
- Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
- Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.
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.
- 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
- 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)
- 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
- 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
- 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
Nearest Major Market: Augusta
