WHAT YOU BRING, YOUR EXPERTISE AS AN ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST

• B.A. in Environmental Science, B.S. in Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of related experience.
• OSHA HAZWOPER 40-Hour with current 8-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER annual refresher.
• NYSDOL-Certified Asbestos Building Inspector, strongly preferred.
• NYSDOL certifications including Asbestos Air Monitor, Project Designer, or Mold Assessor a plus.
• Willing to travel and work 10+ hour field days in peak season.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, PDF; experience with ArcGIS/View, Survey123 preferred.
• Proven knowledge of sampling methods and environmental regulations and guide documents.
• Ability to read plans and understand building systems (HVAC, insulation, products).
• Experience reading and understanding GIS mapping, contour mapping, and data driven plume mapping.
• Ability to direct contractors, drillers, and other field subcontractors during field projects.
• Professional performance standards aligned with Fisher’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values
• Proven ability to deliver quality work and solve problems with critical thinking and sound judgment.
• Driven to take ownership of projects, prioritize tasks effectively, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that fosters personal and professional growth
• Highly adaptable and proactive in meeting deliverables and deadlines
• Committed to building trust and collaboration through integrity, respect, and active listening.
• Have a sense of curiosity, always looking for a better way, and a continuous improvement mindset
• Embrace feedback constructively and use it as an opportunity for growth

WHAT YOU’LL DO AS AN ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST

• Conduct Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), due diligence investigations, and compliance audits in accordance with ASTM standards.
• Perform field inspections, including sampling of soil, water, and air; well monitoring; and operation and maintenance of remediation systems.
• Oversee subcontractors during field activities with minimal supervision and coordinate effectively with laboratories for sample submission and chain-of-custody documentation.
• Conduct compliant asbestos building inspections, quantifications, draft reporting, and project air monitoring.
• Conduct compliant materials inspections for lead paint, PCB-caulk, mold, and universal waste.
• Prepare technical reports, analytical data tables, and collaborate on GIS mapping for project documentation.
• Serve as Site Safety Officer, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and training requirements.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies and support abatement-phase construction administration.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated environmental solutions
• Ensure QA/QC standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in developing asbestos abatement designs, specs, and renovation/demolition project documents.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time and distance.
• Must be able to travel to various project sites.
• Must be able to access and navigate construction sites and job areas.
• Must pass respirator medical clearance and respirator fit test.
• Must be able to wear a respirator for required work, occasionally for extended periods of times.
• Must be comfortable wearing project-specific level of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as Tyvek suits, nitrile gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, and steel toe boots.
• Must be able to work in environmental conditions including office environment, field environment, construction site environment; exposure to dust, noise, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, heat, cold, and inclement weather conditions when working in the field