Job Description: AGW is currently seeking applicants for an Asbestos/Environmental Technician position. This opportunity is well suited for highly motivated, hard-working individuals who are looking to develop their career with a top environmental consulting and engineering firm.
Asbestos Technicians support a wide variety of Industrial Hygiene related projects. Duties include site visits to various locations in the Colorado front range area; communicating with clients; gathering and recording of field data; collection of samples; interpreting data; and preparing technical reports and proposals. Occasional early mornings, extended workdays, and overtime may be required based on project schedules.
Specific field-related duties may include:
• Asbestos sampling and abatement oversight,
• Radon measurements
• Stormwater inspections
Training is an essential component of this position and individuals with varying levels of experience are encouraged to apply. Areas of training include topics relative to your responsibilities, as well as cross training of other areas to promote future growth and development within our organization. This is a consulting position involving asbestos and other industrial hygiene services. The successful candidate will work directly with clients and project managers and will have opportunities to develop expertise in asbestos, radon, mold, indoor air quality, and other environmental health and safety disciplines.
Preferred certifications or experience include Colorado Asbestos Building Inspector, Air Monitoring Specialist, radon measurement and mitigation, and/or OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER. Certification is not required for entry level candidates, and AGW will provide training and support for obtaining applicable certifications.
Education: Minimum 4-year BS/BA in Industrial Hygiene, Geology, Environmental Science, Public Health, Biology, Environmental Health and Safety, or other related fields.
Required Skills:
• 1+ years of fieldwork in mold and asbestos a plus. Recent college graduates encouraged to apply.
• Candidate must have a great attitude, work ethic, strong technical writing, organizational and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to climb ladders, work in construction and industrial environments, kneel, crouch, stand and walk for extended periods, and lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Field work may involve exposure to construction environments, dust, noise, weather extremes, confined or restricted areas, and other potentially hazardous conditions. The ability to wear required respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment is required. Must have safety awareness and understanding of safe work practices.
• Candidate must have a current driver’s license, maintain a clean driving record, and must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and physical.
Compensation:
$28.00 to $32.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
Benefits: Offers are based on experience and qualifications. As one of our valued employees we believe your hard work should be rewarded. You will receive our generous benefits package, which includes medical, dental, life insurance, paid vacation, and paid holidays; plus these great perks:
• Company truck with all expenses paid for
• Smartphone
• A great 401(k) contribution
• A bonus system that rewards performance
A. G. Wassenaar Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
For immediate consideration, please apply through our website here and include a resume and cover letter.