As a Building Environmental Scientist with Terracon, you will perform duties related to asbestos / lead / mold inspections, abatement / remediation air monitoring, and project management. You will also evaluate respective data, prepare reports, and take part in other environmental consulting projects. This position will lead to licensure with the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Asbestos Inspector, Air Monitoring Technician, Project Manager. This position will lead to licensure as a Mold Assessment Technician and certification as a Lead Inspector.
Responsibilities
- Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Sample suspect asbestos-containing building materials in accordance with Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) guidelines.
- Sample suspect mold in building materials in accordance with Mold Assessors and Remediators Rules (MARAR).
- Sample suspect lead in paint in accordance with Texas Environmental Lead Reduction Rules (TELLR).
- Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments, May work in the office, lab or in the field.
- Perform oversight and air monitoring.
- Evaluates laboratory and field data, able to coherently summarize data into draft report format using Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
- May assist more senior scientists on large, more complex projects.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 0-2 years of related experience.
- TDSHS license and certifications in the field is a plus.
- TDSHS Lead Inspector certification is a plus.
- TDLR licensure as a Mold Assessment Technician is a plus.
- This position requires the employee to work flexible hours and occasional weekends.
- Occasional Overnight travel and out-of-town mobilization of up to 2 weeks may also be required.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
About Us
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.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
