Staff Industrial Hygienist
- Winter Park, Florida
- Job ID 1180
- United States
General Responsibilities:
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
About Us
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 was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
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.
About the Team
Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we’re at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.
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.