Industrial Hygienist

Hybrid

Elmwood Park, NJ

Part time

R-101266

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

Yu and Associates, a Verdantas company, has an immediate opening for a Mid-Level Asbestos Inspector/Investigator supporting our Elmwood Park, NJ, office.

This is an opportunity to take your asbestos inspection and investigation experience to the next level. You'll gain exposure to complex environmental projects, work alongside industry experts, and contribute to meaningful work that supports infrastructure improvements, building renovations, and environmental compliance throughout the NYC Metro area.

When joining our team, your expertise will directly contribute to shaping resilient communities and advancing our mission to make the world a better place through science, technology, and collaboration. Named the #1 firm to work for in 2025 & 2026 by Zweig Group, you’ll be part of a team that values your impact, supports your growth, and celebrates your success every step of the way.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform inspections for asbestos-containing materials and other regulated building materials, and prepare reports based on findings

• Be dependable and able to work independently and as part of a team

• Have experience working with various NYC agencies

• Possess initiative to problem-solve with good communication skills

• Participate in after-hours and weekend work as needed (e.g., pre-construction activities and contractor oversight)

• Work both independently in the field and on-site

What You Bring:

• HS diploma required; B.S. in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field highly preferred

• 2 + years of experience in building asbestos materials inspections

• Current NYS DOL asbestos inspector certification required

• NYC DEP asbestos investigator certification is preferred; candidates who possess a NYS DOL asbestos inspector certification with a demonstrated ability to obtain the NYC DEP asbestos investigator certification within 6 months of hire may be considered

• Additional certifications as a Project Monitor, Project Designer, EPA Lead Inspector, or Risk Assessor certifications and 40-Hour HAZWOPER are a plus

• Familiarity with pertinent asbestos federal, state, and local regulations and specifically with NYS ICR 56 and NYC DEP Title 15, Chapter 1 of the Rules of the City of New York

• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license and the ability and willingness to travel regularly to project sites throughout the NYC metropolitan area

Salary Range:

Compensation will be based on skills and experience.

Benefits:

• Flexible Work Environment

• 401(k) with Company Match

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet

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