Asbestos Air Sampling Technician / Industrial Hygienist

Pennoni is a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm that was founded over five decades ago! We approach engineering challenges from a wider spectrum of angles than most, from land development to energy management. Our goal is to help communities and private sector clients alike navigate the ever-changing technological advancements available while learning how best to integrate “smart” solutions into the current landscape; this ultimately contributes to resilient and sustainable planning. Our combination of talent and experience generates unprecedented solutions for diverse & iconic projects around the globe!

Pennoni is looking for an Industrial Hygienist / Air Sampling Technician who can join our team on a full-time, direct basis and contribute to our EHS (Environmental, Health, & Safety) operations in the Newark, NJ region (especially in Northern NJ and NYC areas).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform asbestos abatement oversight, environmental building surveys, and write reports accordingly.
• Perform all required air sampling procedures (initial, project, clearance, etc.).
• Monitor asbestos abatement projects for conformance (which also includes visual inspections).
• Contribute to other Hygiene projects (e.g.: lead-based paint, mold, and indoor air quality), when needed.
• Maintain documentation, including comprehensive daily logs of on-site activities as well as final reports.
• Prepare reports including observations, analysis of contaminants, and recommendations for control & correction of hazards.
• Utilize appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment); this person will be expected to wear a respirator and carry relevant equipment.
• Ensure that employee safety is an utmost priority both in-house and on-site (in accordance with corporate policy).
• Work on projects as-needed (including during night shifts, when assigned) in Northern NJ and the surrounding areas (e.g.: NYC, Long Island, etc.).
• Obtain and maintain relevant credentials & clearances (e.g.: Project Monitor / Air Sampling Technician, physical examinations, chest x-rays, etc.).
• Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma.
• 2 years of professional experience working in Industrial Hygiene and/or monitoring abatement projects.

This person will be expected to work regularly in the field, so they will be required to possess a Valid Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Valid Asbestos credential(s) in NJ and NY (e.g.: Asbestos Abatement Worker, NYS Project Monitor / Air Sampling Technician License, etc.).
• Associate's degree (or higher) in an EHS or Industrial Hygiene-oriented field of study is a plus!
• Expertise with Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Remediation.
• Proficiency with basic computer systems and software, especially Microsoft Office applications (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Proven ability to work independently or in a team environment while demonstrating strong character and dependability.
• Excellent organizational skills, especially with a proven ability to work in an energetic and challenging work environment on a variety of projects; this person will be expected to demonstrate a self-motivated demeanor while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal).

Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm. At our core, we recognize that the unique qualities of Pennoni's individuals are essential for innovation and growth as a whole; we offer many opportunities to help you build your career! We continually strive to build a great workplace where our employees trust the people they work for, enjoy the people they work with, and take pride in what they do.

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