Consultant, Asbestos Specialist

ERM

. Serve as Asbestos Field Sampling Technician on assigned site investigation, remediation, decommissioning, decontamination, and demolition environmental construction projects .

Posted 10/11/2026full-timeIrvine • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $77,920 - $97,429 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in asbestos sampling and safety management within environmental construction projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and effective communication with field teams. Proficient in developing health and safety plans, conducting safety briefings, and maintaining accurate project records.

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Asbestos Field SamplingCalifornia DOSH Certified Asbestos ConsultantConstruction SafetyHealth & Safety Plans ImplementationIncident Investigation

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Hard Skills

Asbestos SamplingSample Collection ManagementSafety Equipment MaintenanceRegulatory ComplianceBehavior-Based Safety ObservationsJob Hazard AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisDocumentation ProcessesEmergency Procedures MonitoringDecontamination Procedures

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam CoordinationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

WordExcelPowerPointCAD

Certifications & Qualifications

California CDPH Certified Lead Sampling TechnicianCertified Lead Inspector / Assessor40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER Training8-hour OSHA HAZWOPER Supervisor CertificationCPR/First Aid CertificationBloodborne Pathogens TrainingConfined Space Awareness TrainingExcavation Awareness TrainingEmergency Preparedness Training

Industry Keywords

Environmental ConstructionDecommissioningDemolitionContaminated Site InvestigationAir Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Asbestos Field Sampling Technician on assigned site investigation, remediation, decommissioning, decontamination, and demolition environmental construction projects
Implement site-specific Health & Safety Plans
Ensure appropriate PPE is available and properly used, including maintenance and sanitation
Collect asbestos samples in accordance with regulatory guidelines and industry best practices
Manage sample collection and documentation processes
Assist with development of sampling plans, reporting, and review
Verify communication systems are in place and functioning
Monitor conformance with safety and emergency procedures
Conduct daily safety briefings with field teams
Oversee maintenance of safety equipment and execute decontamination procedures
Monitor site conditions for asbestos clearance sampling
Exercise stop-work authority when imminent safety hazards arise and resume work upon proper authorization
Conduct behavior-based safety observations and coordinate Event Communication System activity
Collect and evaluate safety observations
Maintain accurate project and compliance records
Support work across decommissioning, demolition, production safety, construction safety, air compliance, and contaminated site investigation
Complete and maintain all required training

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors or Degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or a related discipline; or eight (8) years of equivalent experience
2+ years of experience in asbestos-related projects specifically to industrial sites, large demolition projects, construction safety, air compliance and contaminated site investigation
Current California DOSH Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) or Certified Site Surveillance (CSST) Certification
Current California CDPH Certified Lead Sampling Technician or Certified Lead Inspector / Assessor
Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CAD, etc.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to be cross trained in additional health and safety/industrial hygiene work
Ability to travel within the southern and central California areas
Valid driver's license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle
Not eligible for immigration sponsorship
40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred
8-hour OSHA HAZWOPER Supervisor certification preferred
CPR/First Aid certification preferred
Bloodborne pathogens training preferred
Confined space and excavation awareness training preferred
Emergency preparedness training preferred
Hazard recognition and job hazard analysis experience preferred
Incident investigation and root cause analysis experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off
Parental leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
Potential bonus pay (not guaranteed)