Staff Industrial Hygienist

General Responsibilities

Investigate sites to identify any physical or environmental risks. Perform field studies including airborne chemical monitoring, noise monitoring, indoor air quality, asbestos surveys and Phase I preliminary site assessments. Develop sampling strategies and outline required analysis. Research regulatory standards and hazard data. Evaluate sampling results. Prepare risk assessment reports and develop recommendations to correct and improve the environment. Present and communicate findings and report recommendations to clients.

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Demonstrate quality practices and acumen.
• Provide consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
• Proficient industrial hygiene professional responsible for conducting site testing and making recommendations for systems design on smaller projects of minimal complexity.
• May assist more senior industrial hygienists, scientists and engineers on large, more complex projects.
• Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
• Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.
• Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for approval by senior level professionals.
• Evaluates moderately complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports.
• May serve as team member or participate in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
• May oversee work performed by lower level industrial hygienists, scientists, technicians or engineers.
• Works under the supervision of a Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer.
  
  

Additional Duties And Responsibilities

• Self-motivated and ability to work without supervision
• Promote a positive client experience
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively with other field personal and management
• Business awareness: specific knowledge of the customer and how Terracon can bring value to the marketplace
• Physical ability to carry equipment up to 35 pounds, climb ladders, get in and out of basements and attic spaces, etc.
• Periodic out-of-area travel for projects including some stays up to a week
• Ability to work at state and governmental facilities
• Ability to wear a respirator
• Ability to work in moldy/dusty environments (proper PPE provided)
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related science field.
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-moving environment
• Excellent time management skills, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize work
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Willingness for regional travel for business
• Ability to pass a background check for Federal and school facilities