What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Technician - Industrial Hygiene position at ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC?
Responsibilities
Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking an Environmental Technician to join our team. You will observe and begin to perform routine field tests on a per project basis as assigned by others. Work will be field based. The ideal candidate presents a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values.
Key Responsibilities
- Progressive learning about field sampling of various media while working both indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
- Daily communication is required with other ECS technicians and project managers and as directed, site representatives.
- Attend project meetings with senior staff as requested
- Progressive understanding of relevant calculations, data reduction of test results, drafting, and other administrative duties.
- Learn to calibrate and use field equipment and document readings appropriately.
- Incidental duties include office clerical tasks, report production assistance and other office related tasks.
- Learn to conduct assessments on asbestos-containing materials, lead based paint, radon, and mold. Obtain relevant certifications as directed
- Perform asbestos, lead-based paint, mold and indoor air quality assessments. Perform air and bulk media sampling. Monitor remediation and abatement of contaminated or hazardous building materials.
- Clearly document site observations for field work performed and submit daily reports
- Promptly communicate changing site conditions to supervisor and discuss their implications on field investigations. Implement investigation changes in the field as directed by your supervisor
- Good understanding of sample collection, preparation, preservation and laboratory submission regulations and guidelines.
- Work with senior staff to develop an understanding of the relation of field observations and sample results to findings and conclusions in the report
- Basic knowledge of federal, state and local environmental regulations and guidelines and their implications on findings and conclusions in studies.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required
- 0-5 years of experience
- Asbestos Project Monitor and Asbestos Inspector licenses is strongly desired
- If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites - Mileage will be reimbursed
Skills and Abilities
- Very limited to no knowledge of environmental principles, applications, and testing standards
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds a number of times each day and walk on uneven ground through various terrains.
- Ability to complete daily field reports detailing site activities and observations with directions and training provided.
About Us
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity [EO] employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other protected category. E-verify and federal drug-free work place compliant.