Environmental Scientist/Industrial Hygiene Inspector

Location

Manhattan, NY | United States

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist/Industrial Hygiene Inspector to participate in asbestos, lead, mold and universal waste inspections in the New York/New Jersey area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing routine site inspections, collecting bulk samples and creating reports according to applicable State and Federal protocols
• Investigating indoor air quality and related water intrusion events
• Conducting job site health & safety inspections
• Performing air monitoring for asbestos abatement, lead and mold remediation activities
• Interacting with management, contractors & sub-contractors, coordinating site meetings, developing scopes of work and implementing project schedules, as assigned

Requirements:

• High School diploma required
  
• AS or BS in physical sciences or industrial hygiene, safety, environmental sciences, or related science or engineering fields preferred, but not required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred in performing and coordinating asbestos, lead paint, IAQ, water intrusion/mold, general industrial hygiene, and facility-related investigations, but willing to train the right candidate
• A combination of the following certifications:
  • NYCDEP Asbestos Investigator
  • EPA AHERA / NYSDOL Asbestos Inspector, Project Designer, Project Monitor and Air Sampling Technician
  • NJ/EPA/NY Lead Risk Assessor/Inspector
  • NYSDOL Mold Assessor
• Working knowledge of MS Office software (Word, Excel, Adobe, etc.)
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, and state regulations for asbestos, lead paint, etc.
• Must be willing to travel to and from job sites within the NJ/NY area
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and be medically cleared to wear negative pressure respirator
• Must be available to occasionally work night or weekend hours may and/or extended shifts beyond 8 hours
• Must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to DOT-regulated random drug & alcohol testing

Preferred, but not required:

• Additional asbestos accreditations preferred: Management Planner/Supervisor/Project Designer
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER
• Secure Worker Access Consortium (SWAC)
• Northeast state asbestos licensing (PA, NY, RI, MA, CT, etc.)
• Experience performing other IH-related work and non-IH environmental work
• Optional NJ/EPA accreditation as Lead Inspector / Risk Assessor
• Experience preforming health and safety oversight
• Experience in construction management

Matrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, along with a pleasant and professional work environment.

Annual Salary Range: $65 - $80k commensurate with experience and  certifications

We offer excellent benefits including:

• Medical/Rx Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-paid Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

This position is not eligible for an employment visa sponsorship or financial assistance for relocation. 

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