20-May-2025
Service Line
Environmental
Office Name
Los Angeles
Job Description
Are you, or someone you know, looking for a career in building sciences and industrial hygiene (asbestos, mold, lead-based paint, etc.)? If you’re eager to learn and grow your environmental career with a top environmental firm, then join our team today as an Industrial Hygiene and Asbestos Technician! We have been ranked by Engineering News-Record (ENR) as the #1 asbestos and lead abatement firm for 9 consecutive years!
The location for this position can be located out of the following Terracon offices: San Diego, Colton, Los Angeles or Orange County.
The ideal candidate is passionate about protecting public health and the environment, willing to acquire necessary certifications for asbestos and lead inspections and can use a microscope.
Terracon is seeking and Asbestos and Industrial Hygiene Technician to join our team in Los Angeles, CA. This position would be part of a very skilled team that performs airborne chemical monitoring, noise monitoring, indoor air quality surveys, asbestos and lead based paint surveys, safety audits, and other activities. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible, and personable individual with an eye for detail, a willingness to learn, and a desire to be part of a growing and high-performing team. This is a project-focused position. Never focused on one thing too long. Terracon is an employee-owned organization that creates earth-to-sky solutions with down-to-earth people. Protecting our resources…and our future!
Job Description:
This position will be primarily based in Los Angeles, CA and provide support for projects in Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Diego County, as needed.
You will conduct initial building inspections, asbestos and lead abatement oversight and assist project managers with industrial hygiene inspections. You will evaluate sampling results and prepare risk assessment reports and develop recommendations to correct and improve the environment. In addition, you will support in environmental services such as Phase I Assessments, Limited Site Investigations, and regulatory compliance, as needed.
Essential Role and Responsibilities:
Minimum Requirements
Preferred Certification:
#LI-AR1
Exemption
Non-exempt
Requisition ID
31206BR
Posting Title
Industrial Hygiene and Asbestos Technician
Employment Type
Regular, Full Time
City, State (Office Location)
Carson, CA
About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 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’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.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
Job Category
Scientist
State Salary Range Minimum
29.25
State Salary Range Maximum
41.00
Expected Salary Range
The expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
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