Industrial Hygiene Field Technician, Asbestos and Lead

Arcadis

. Perform field work for asbestos and lead-related projects, including inspections, abatement monitoring/oversight, air sampling, and onsite analysis .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesSenior💰 $59,616 - $89,424 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in asbestos and lead-related project management, including inspections, air sampling, and mold investigations. Proficient in writing detailed project reports and collaborating with various stakeholders while adhering to safety regulations and standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Asbestos ManagementLead Paint EvaluationsIndoor Air Quality AssessmentsCalifornia Certified Site Surveillance TechnicianOSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER

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Hard Skills

Air SamplingBuilding Characterization AssessmentsMold InvestigationsAbatement MonitoringField Note Documentation

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsStrong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookNegative Pressure Respirator

Certifications & Qualifications

California Certified Site Surveillance TechnicianCDPH Lead InspectorNIOSH 582 CertificationOSHA 30-hour Construction

Industry Keywords

Hazardous Building Materials ManagementVentilation System AssessmentsBuilding Mechanical SystemsBuilding RenovationDemolition

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform field work for asbestos and lead-related projects, including inspections, abatement monitoring/oversight, air sampling, and onsite analysis
Conduct indoor air quality (IAQ) and mold investigations
Perform building characterization assessments
Write project reports
Interact with project managers, leaders, abatement contractors, consultants, and client personnel
Manage and self-perform inspections and surveys
Monitor abatement for asbestos, lead, mold, IAQ, and other regulated building materials
Provide detailed written and/or electronic project field notes and sampling summaries
Travel daily to project locations throughout greater Southern California
Travel longer distances, potentially with overnight stays
Work nights, weekends, or extended shifts beyond 8 hours as project needs require

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in a consulting environment with lead paint, hazardous building materials management, indoor air quality, mold evaluations, and ventilation system assessments
State of California Certified Site Surveillance Technician asbestos credential required
State of California Lead Sampling Technician preferred
High School Diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. of equipment over a work shift
Ability to climb and descend a ladder
Must clear a background check
Must pass a medical exam
Must be medically cleared to wear a negative pressure respirator
Ability to work on teams and independently with minimal direct supervision
Problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to learn new digital technologies for field services
Preferred: AS or BS in physical sciences, industrial hygiene, safety, environmental sciences, or related science or engineering fields
Preferred: General understanding of HVAC systems, building mechanical systems, and building construction
Preferred: General understanding of building renovation and demolition
Preferred: CDPH Lead Inspector, Assessor, or Project Monitor
Preferred: NIOSH 582 certification or equivalent certification
Preferred: OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER
Preferred: OSHA 30-hour Construction
Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full medical, dental, and vision benefits effective your first day of work
All travel expenses paid
Flexible working hours
Paid holidays
3 weeks of paid time off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401K
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
AD&D insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Reward & recognition program
Wellbeing benefits
Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Nine paid holidays
15 days PTO accruing per year