Technician, Industrial Hygiene

About the role

Aecon is a North American construction and infrastructure development company with global experience. The Industrial Hygiene Technician supports managers and employees in implementing programs and procedures towards continuous improvements and excellence in health, safety, security, and environmental performance.

Responsibilities

• Performing physical, biological and chemical hazard assessments and ensure compliance with relevant procedures, programs, standards and/or regulations
• Performing IH related field sampling and testing of physical, biological and chemical stressors including but not limited to: asbestos, silica, lead, mercury, mould, noise, non-ionizing radiation, and extreme temperature
• Recommending, implementing and monitoring required engineering controls, work practice, personal protective equipment and respirators to eliminate or reduce physical, biological and chemical exposures
• Performing Confined Space Initial Hazard Assessments/Confined Space Entry Surveys and ensure surveys comply with the relevant analytical and interpretation documentation
• Arranging and/or performing compressor and breathing air quality surveys (direct reading instruments and analytical techniques), and ventilation surveys including fume hood testing
• Providing line managers and employees with survey reports indicating the results, field observations and recommendations (control measures, personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory protection needs if relevant)
• Providing additional support to facilities on IH related matters as required
• Acting as the liaison with internal customers and contractors to ensure IH needs are addressed and met
• Supporting the implementation of IH policies, programs and procedures
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of Safety Data Sheets, chemical Inventories and exposure databases
• Operating and maintaining IH sampling equipment including calibration, service and repair
• Developing communications, conducting training sessions and delivering presentations on IH-related subjects
• Serving as the IH subject matter expert for designated topics
• Participating in inspections, audits and program reviews
• Compiling summary information for internal reports
• Conducting research as assigned
• Collaborating effectively with other IH and OSH personnel
• Participating in internal and external training courses as required
• Other duties as assigned by your manager

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles and practices of customer service
• Familiarity of office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
• Working level knowledge of occupational health & safety legislation relating to general operational system, construction, waste operations, environment remediation and demolition environments
• Experience and working knowledge of specific state regulatory requirements that affects occupational health and safety
• A working knowledge of radiation protection principles would be an asset
• Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education, in a field relevant to the position and normally has six (6) to eight (8) years of pertinent technological experience
• OR Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent and normally has ten to twelve (10-12) years of pertinent and progressive experience or the equivalent in experience, additional education and/or training

What You Bring To The Team

• Knowledge of principles and practices of customer service
• Familiarity of office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
• Working level knowledge of occupational health & safety legislation relating to general operational system, construction, waste operations, environment remediation and demolition environments
• Experience and working knowledge of specific state regulatory requirements that affects occupational health and safety
• A working knowledge of radiation protection principles would be an asset
• Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education, in a field relevant to the position and normally has six (6) to eight (8) years of pertinent technological experience
• OR Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent and normally has ten to twelve (10-12) years of pertinent and progressive experience or the equivalent in experience, additional education and/or training

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles and practices of customer service
• Familiarity of office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
• Working level knowledge of occupational health & safety legislation relating to general operational system, construction, waste operations, environment remediation and demolition environments
• Experience and working knowledge of specific state regulatory requirements that affects occupational health and safety
• A working knowledge of radiation protection principles would be an asset
• Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education, in a field relevant to the position and normally has six (6) to eight (8) years of pertinent technological experience
• OR Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent and normally has ten to twelve (10-12) years of pertinent and progressive experience or the equivalent in experience, additional education and/or training

Benefits

We ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. We also invest in your development through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs. We operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $50,000 - $75,000 annually.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.