Staff Industrial Hygienist

Job Description

General Responsibilities:

Investigate sites to identify any physical or environmental risks. Perform field studies including asbestos and lead paint surveys, airborne chemical monitoring, noise monitoring, and indoor air quality. 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. Additional responsibilities may include general support of project team including Phase I preliminary site assessments, Phase II site assessments, environmental drilling to support multi-media sampling: soil, groundwater, drinking water, radon, etc.

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.
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related science field.
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
  
  

Preferred Certification:

• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
• Air monitoring specialist.
• Certified lead inspector
• 3-6 years of experience in industrial hygiene or safety related field with progressive levels of responsibility.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certificate (with an up-to-date 8-hour annual refresher course certification).
• Current AHERA accreditation as an asbestos inspector and air monitor with preference given to applicants with current CDPHE licenses.
• Knowledge of state (SCDHEC, NCDEQ, GA EPD, TDEQ) and Federal regulations (NESHAP, etc.).
  
  

Terracon’s Total Rewards program is an important way we create an engaging workplace for you, define and acknowledge success and give you ways to explore new avenues for your career.  Our Total Rewards includes compensation, benefits (including employee ownership), recognition and training & development. Terracon considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, work location, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Terracon anticipates paying $63,000 to $75K within the salary range for this position.

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.