Job Description
Job Description: Senior Industrial Hygienist
Location: Houston, Texas

Job Summary:
Terracon Consultants, a leading nationwide engineering consulting firm, is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Senior Industrial Hygienist to join our team in Houston. The ideal candidate will be committed to protecting public health and the environment and will have a strong desire to learn and grow within the field of environmental health and safety. This is a project-focused position that offers a diverse range of responsibilities, the opportunity to be part of a high-performing team and grow your career with tuition reimbursement and mentoring options.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Industrial Hygiene Assessments:
   • Senior Industrial Hygienist to perform qualitative and quantitative exposure assessments, including noise assessments and hearing conservation program audits.
   • Conduct health and safety audits, ventilation and lighting surveys, and indoor environmental quality investigations.
   • Carry out employee exposure assessments and provide recommendations for hazard mitigation.
   • Data interpretation and report preparation.
   • Maintain field monitoring equipment, including sampling devices, sampling media, and sample pumps and meters.
2. Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint:
   • Perform building inspections for asbestos-containing materials in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
   • Conduct air monitoring and visual inspections during asbestos and lead abatement projects.
   • Sample painted coatings in commercial and industrial settings.
3. Mold and Indoor Air Quality:
   • Conduct mold and water damage assessments and remediation monitoring.
   • Conduct comprehensive IAQ assessments in various settings, including commercial, residential, and industrial environments.
   • Identify sources of indoor air pollutants, including biological, chemical, and particulate matter.
   • Evaluate ventilation systems and recommend improvements to enhance IAQ.
   • Develop and implement IAQ management plans to maintain healthy indoor environments.
4. Regulatory Compliance and Safety:
   • Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects.
   • Participate in pre-task planning and report any safety issues or concerns to management.
   • Adhere to strict company health and safety standards and maintain quality standards on all projects.
5. Project Support and Documentation:
   • Develop operations and maintenance plans and asbestos management plans.
   • Provide abatement oversight and air monitoring services, as needed.
   • Maintain accurate and thorough project documentation.

Essential Qualifications:

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in industrial hygiene, safety, asbestos, mold, and lead-based paint.
• Ability to acquire necessary certifications for asbestos, mold, and lead inspections within 6 months.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related field, preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable violation history.
• Travel throughout the Houston region and Texas. Overnight travel as needed.
• Ability to climb ladders, lift and carry equipment (generally up to 50 lbs.), and stand for long periods.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in using environmental sampling equipment and software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent report writing skills, proficiency in related computer software (Word, Excel)

Desired Skills and Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiastic, flexible, and personable with a desire to be part of a growing and high-performing team.
• Passionate about protecting public health and the environment.
• Board certified Industrial Hygienist preferred.

Why Terracon Consultants?
Terracon is an employee-owned organization that creates earth-to-sky solutions with down-to-earth people. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can develop your professional career in building sciences and industrial hygiene. Join our team today and be part of our mission to protect our resources and our future!

About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 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.