Environmental Technician Job Listing at Intertek in Schenectady, NY (Job ID 11428)

Description

Environmental Technician – Asbestos Project Monitor - Latham, New York

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking an Environmental Technician to join our Environmental team in Latham, New York. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the environmental industry!

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities. 

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The environmental technician will conduct site assessments and subsurface investigations to identify potential environmental hazards. They will also perform surveys, monitoring, and sampling related to asbestos, lead-based paint, and mold, as well as support remedial action activities. This position will require some travel as business needs dictate.

Shift/Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, can vary depending on workload

What you'll do:

• Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
• Phase II/Subsurface Investigations
• Remedial Action Site Activities
• Asbestos/Lead Based Paint/Mold Surveys
• Asbestos/Lead Based Paint/Mold Abatement Monitoring
• Asbestos/Lead Based Paint/Mold Clearance Sampling

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.  

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Good oral and written communication skills required
• Must be able to work off shifts and overtime and willing to work out of town occasionally 
• Must be able to lift items with weights more than 40 pounds multiple times as needed to complete project requirements
• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record required

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• AS or BS Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Biology, Chemistry, or some Physical Science 
• NY Asbestos Project Monitor License
• Some experience with conducting ESA (Phase I Environmental Site Assessments)
• Experience in environmental consulting services

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.