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Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.
Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to do meaningful work that improves quality of life? At Tetra Tech, you will work with high-performing teams who are passionate about using their expertise to find solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multi-billion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.
Tetra Tech invites you to consider a rewarding opportunity within our Philadelphia, Pennsylvania field office as an Industrial Hygiene / Environmental Technician. As an IH Technician, you will assist a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to oversee the real time collection of asbestos field data at sites throughout the City of Philadelphia. 3-5 years of experience preferred in asbestos, lead, and environmental related projects, and current certifications as an asbestos inspector. Philadelphia asbestos investigator as well as HAZWOPER are desired but not required. Construction/building systems background experience preferred. A current driver's license is required. Clear driving record within company standards.
We are currently evaluating all applications and encourage candidates to apply regardless of how many qualifications are met as we are willing to train the right candidate.
Your Role:
This position requires field and office activities for oversight and quality control of asbestos inspections, lead-based paint inspections, and environmental projects primarily at project sites in the City of Philadelphia.
The field requirements will include working second shift (primarily 3-11PM) and may require occasional weekend. Depending on the client's schedule, sporadic day shifts will be available.
Office duties will include job safety analysis, data evaluation, and reporting. Tasks associated with reporting may include the preparation of text, tables, charts, and figures.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year experience (3-5 preferred) performing AHERA asbestos inspections with strong organizational and communication skills.
- Must be proficient in identifying and classifying potential and suspect asbestos containing materials to ensure proper oversight of subcontractors.
- Must be proficient in quantifying and calculating quantities of building materials as well as interpreting floor plans.
- Must be proficient in collection of bulk samples for asbestos analysis and managing chains of custody in accordance with industry standards as necessary.
- Must be highly motivated, customer focused, and work well in a team environment while operating with autonomy.
- Must be able to drive a motor vehicle and pass a motor vehicle records check
- Must be familiar with asbestos bulk sampling and chain of custody procedures.
- Must be detail-oriented and organized.
- Must have strong communication skills.
Education and Certifications:
A Bachelor's degree is desired, but not required. OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER, EPA AHERA Inspector required and Philadelphia Asbestos Investigator license desired.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to routinely climb stairs/ladders.
Must be able to carry documents and other materials up to 25 pounds for short periods of time.
Work Environment:
The position's primary work environment is in client facilities during the second shift (i.e. 3pm-11pm).
The successful Applicant must be able to pass a Federal Criminal History Background Check, A Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Record Check, and a PA Dept. of Public Welfare Child Abuse History check. Routine drug testing may be required for access to client locations.
Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), my flex time (MFT), 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—22,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.
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