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Terracon

Senior Industrial Hygienist

Terracon, Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318

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Job Description Terracon is seeking an Environmental Staff Industrial Hygienist for our growing Asbestos, Lead and Industrial Hygiene (IH) practice in our Winter Park, Florida office and State-Wide. If you’re eager to learn and grow into all phases of environmental consulting, you have leadership aspirations; if your passion lies in working on challenging projects, then we invite you to explore with us! We are an employee-owned organization that creates earth-to-sky solutions with down-to-earth people.

The Staff Industrial Hygienist is responsible for preparing proposals, carrying out more in-depth and complex field investigations and writing the associated reports under the direction of senior management and other leadership. The Staff Industrial Hygienist will lead projects and other staff personnel across a variety of local and national projects to eventually become proficient in completing investigations on their own. Studying for and obtaining job related certifications are required and will be supported by Terracon. This position has the option to be Remote.

Basic Functions

Lead and Participate in Asbestos, Mold, Lead, and Industrial Hygiene Surveys

Indoor Air Quality Investigations

Asbestos, Mold, Lead, and Industrial Hygiene Project Oversight

Phase Contrast Microscopy Sample Analysis

Occupation Health Exposure Assessments

Preparation and Delivery of Technical Reports

Core Responsibilities

Conduct tasks related to project monitoring, asbestos / lead inspections, indoor air quality (IAQ) / mold assessments, and / or other project assignments as appropriate

Analyze laboratory data

Prepare draft reports for review by senior management

Maintain consistent communication of project progress with senior management from start to finish of the project

Make employee safety a priority both in-house and on-site, in accordance with corporate policy

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)

Knowledge, Skills, and / or Abilities Required

Ability to study and pass various certification programs

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Typing skills to ensure quick and accurate entry of technical reports

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

Additional Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field, Minimum 5-7 years’ experience

Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history

Not required (will train) but preferred : Certification as asbestos and or lead inspector, NIOSH 582 certification, mold certification or IH experience

Preferred

Florida Licensed Asbestos Consultant (LAC)

AHERA-Certified Asbestos Building Management Planner and Project Designer.

Florida Licensed Mold Assessor.

Florida Certified Radon Measurement Technician or Specialist.

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