Asbestos - Environmental Field Scientist

An Environmental Field Scientist plays an essential role in evaluating environmental conditions through field testing, monitoring, and assessments. By combining scientific knowledge, technical skill, regulatory awareness, and a commitment to safety, the technician supports projects ranging from asbestos and industrial hygiene surveys to Phase I Environmental Site Assessments—ensuring accurate data collection and meaningful environmental insight that contribute to both the immediate success and long‑term responsibility of each project. Responsibilities: Perform tests and sampling of asbestos, building materials and various environmental media Assists with asbestos, mold, other IH surveys and abatement/remediation projects. Conducts work in support of and prepares Phase I Environmental Site Assessments in accordance with ASTM Standard 1527, Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process to identify recognized environmental conditions and other conditions of environmental concern for a project and related off-site properties in accordance with ASTM. Tabulate and prepare data for written reports. Adhere to strict safety standards. Independently performs non-routine field testing on a variety of projects. Calibrate field monitoring equipment such as PID or combustible gas indicator. Sample suspect asbestos-containing building materials in accordance with AHERA guidelines. Perform oversight and air monitoring during asbestos abatement projects. Perform complex monitoring and well sampling. For Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA): Reviews previous assessment reports, historical and regulatory records for the property; reports data in accordance with ASTM criteria and/or client’s scope of work. Conducts interviews with appropriate project stakeholders and government officials to obtain information concerning the environmental conditions related to the property and adjacent properties. Writes reports which accurately convey the environmental assessment and provide exhibits and photos which illustrate or clarify information presented in the body of the report. Obtains site access, public and private utility clearance, coordinates with various project stakeholders, and schedules drillers, laboratories, and other subcontractors for Phase II or Industrial Hygiene work. Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management. Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology or related science field and 0-1 year relevant professional experience; or High school diploma or equivalent and minimum 6-8 years of relevant experience Certification in field of expertise including but not limited to: CT Asbestos Inspector CT Asbestos Project Monitor Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history. Pay Range: $25.00/hr. - $30.00/hr. Now in our 4th decade, Resource Options, Inc. (“ROI”) partners with Design, Construction, Environmental, and Real Estate professionals to help them identify great opportunities within their area of expertise. With offices throughout New England, New York and New Jersey, ROI seeks candidates interested in rewarding careers with companies serving the natural and built environments. Representative positions include carpenters, electricians, laborers, pipefitters, plumbers, OSHA 40 technicians, CDL drivers, lab pack chemists, HEO’s, w/ww operators, analytical chemists, environmental scientists, safety professionals, land surveyors, M/E/P engineers, civil, structural and geotechnical engineers, architects and interior designers, project managers, estimators, superintendents, OPM representatives, property managers, facility maintenance technicians and more. If you value an honest day’s work and take pride in what you do, we want to work with you. Come join our team! ROI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. ROI intends to provide a safe and drug-free work environment for our employees and our clients; as such you may be required to take a pre-employment drug screen before beginning employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Resource Options, Inc.