Environmental Technician IV

About the role

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.

General Responsibilities

• Perform tests and sampling of environmental materials including air, groundwater, building materials, and noise.
• Operates field monitoring equipment.
• Assists with operation and maintenance of remediation systems.
• May assist with asbestos surveys, abatement projects and Phase I preliminary site assessments.
• Transport material samples or documents to the lab for further testing and analysis.
• Tabulate and prepare data for written reports.
• Clean and maintain field monitoring equipment.
• Adhere to strict safety standards.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Independently performs non-routine and complex field testing on larger and more diverse projects.
• Directs lower level technicians on projects.
• Calibrate field monitoring equipment such as PID or combustible gas indicator.
• Sample suspect asbestos-containing building materials in accordance with AHERA guidelines.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of remediation systems.
• Perform oversight and air monitoring during asbestos abatement projects.
• Perform complex monitoring and well sampling.
• Perform advanced fieldwork and assists with project management.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Certification in field of expertise required. Examples include: Asbestos Inspector, Asbestos Project Monitor, Asbestos Management Planner, Asbestos Project Designer, Lead Risk Assessor, Lead Project Designer, Mold Consultant.