Environmental Field Technician (CSST)

Terraphase Engineering Inc•Oakland, CA

2d•$70,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Terraphase Engineering is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to join our growing team in our Oakland, Pleasanton, or Sacramento offices. In this role, you'll work alongside experienced environmental professionals on a variety of field projects involving hazardous building materials, industrial hygiene, environmental sampling, and remediation oversight. This is an excellent opportunity to build your technical expertise while supporting meaningful projects that protect human health and the environment.

Requirements

Cal/OSHA Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) or Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) certification (Required)
College degree (BS, MS, MPH) in a science-related field is required
Energetic and interested in building science and systems as well as environmental health & safety concerns
2+ years’ experience working as a hazardous building materials technician or environmental field technician
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER and 10/30-Hour Construction Safety certifications or ability to obtain
CDPH Lead Inspector/Assessor or Sampling Technician or ability to obtain
Worked in construction, environmental consulting, or industrial hygiene fields
A valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Ability to work independently as well as in a team
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Willing to travel to perform field work
Willing to perform work in “off-hours” (weekends and night work)

Responsibilities

Ensure Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times
Gain experience in environmental consulting, focusing on building related hazardous materials and industrial hygiene services, including surveys and assessments of asbestos, lead, mold, indoor air quality, and other hazardous materials, as well as industrial hygiene investigations
Conduct building related environmental, indoor air quality, and health & safety assessments, as well as assist with project design and monitoring contractor activities during remediation projects. The position will focus on asbestos, lead, mold, water intrusion, and indoor air quality projects
Conduct environmental site assessment sampling (air, soil, soil vapor, surface water, and groundwater)
Technicians will spend the majority of their time at project sites in their respective areas and occasionally throughout California. Technicians will also prepare reports and other project documents related to field operations
Maintain accurate field logs and documentation of sampling and monitoring activities
Work with minimal supervision, learn quickly, and possess excellent problem-solving skills
Work with project managers to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget