Industrial Hygiene Specialist at Arcadis

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

99392.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Asbestos Inspection, Mold Investigation, Lead Paint Inspection, Indoor Air Quality Assessment, Air Sampling, Health and Safety Procedures, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Data Management, Technical Report Writing, Regulatory Knowledge, Field Work, Documentation, Project Coordination, Adaptability

Industry

Professional Services

Description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. Role description: Arcadis is currently seeking a detail oriented, well organized and dependable Industrial Hygiene Specialist / Asbestos Inspector to join our Chicago, IL office full-time to perform asbestos-related field work, including inspections and abatement monitoring, oversight and air sampling. Additional tasks will also include indoor air quality (IAQ) assessments, mold investigations and remediation oversight as well as industrial hygiene sampling, lead paint inspections and abatement oversight. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and dedicated to contributing to our team success. This full-time position requires strict adherence to health and safety procedures, attention to detail, strong work ethic, and excellent communication skills. Arcadis’ performance-based evaluations provide an opportunity for candidates to advance their career within the company. Please note this position requires you to be based out of Chicago, IL. Candidates must be willing and able to travel, work nights and weekends depending on the project work needs. Travel will often be within Illinois but may include surrounding states or elsewhere throughout the U.S. as needs and opportunities arise. Role accountabilities: Responsibilities will include a combination of field (approx. 70%) and office (approx. 30%) related tasks with periods of extended travel. It is expected that the candidate is able to: Perform inspections for asbestos, mold (water intrusion), lead-paint, and other hazardous building materials Routinely communicate and interact with Arcadis task managers, project managers, subcontractors, consultants, client personnel and any other stakeholders in a prompt and respectful manner Perform oversight, documentation, and air monitoring for asbestos, mold, and lead remediation activities. Legibly prepare and collect documentation related to the above-referenced tasks including field notes/sketches, chains of custody, and photographs. The selected candidate will be responsible for performing these core duties for a variety of clients working primarily at various commercial buildings or offices, as well as industrial, chemical, oil/gas, and public facilities. Adaptability to different environments and settings is key. We are seeking individuals who possesses comprehensive knowledge of relevant regulations encompassing OSHA, EPA, state and local guidelines pertaining to substances like asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and other hazardous building materials. Flexibility is crucial for this position as work hours may extend beyond the typical 8-hour shift, and may include nights, weekends, and potentially longer shifts. Additionally, the ability to travel for extended periods is desired to accommodate project requirements. Candidates must be willing to work outside in all weather conditions and for extended periods. Candidates must also be able to meet the physical demands associated with performing field work, including lifting heavy equipment, working in a standing position for extended periods of time, working alone at remote sites, etc. Office activities for this position may include managing data through compilation, interpretation, and evaluation; assisting with the writing and preparation of technical reports, work plans, letters, and memoranda; preparing cost estimates and proposals; coordinating work schedules with subcontractors; and producing figures and maps to support project documentation. Candidates should be proficient with MS Word, MS Outlook and MS Excel. The ideal candidate will have excellent written and strong interpersonal communication skills, multi-tasking skills, and efficient time management. Qualifications & Experience: Required Qualifications: IL Asbestos Inspector License At least 2 years of experience with asbestos, mold, lead, or related Industrial Hygiene work A current valid driver’s license and clean driving record Preferred Qualifications: IL Licensed Asbestos Project Manager and Air Sampling Professional and trained in the NIOSH 582 or 582 Equivalent course AS or BS in physical sciences or industrial hygiene, safety, environmental sciences, or related science or engineering fields preferred. Other asbestos state licenses/certifications (IA, IN, MI, WI, OH, etc.) OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER, OSHA 30-hour Construction Understanding of HVAC systems, building mechanical systems, and building construction Why Arcadis? We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you. Together, we can create a lasting legacy. Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy. Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $62,120-99,392. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location. #LI-ONSITE #LI-HYBRID #Resilience-ANA #Environment-ANA #LI-HA1

Responsibilities

The Industrial Hygiene Specialist will perform asbestos-related field work, including inspections and abatement monitoring, oversight, and air sampling. Additional responsibilities include indoor air quality assessments, mold investigations, and industrial hygiene sampling.