Environmental Scientist II - Asbestos

Bay West LLC•Saint Paul, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Quality Work. Quality Results. Bay West stands at the forefront of the environmental consulting and remediation sector. Our dedication to safety, innovation, and our skilled team has driven us for over fifty years, delivering top-tier environmental consulting, industrial, and emergency response services. At Bay West, you'll be driven to innovate and make a real impact on environmental issues, all while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment. This Opportunity We are looking to expand our Regulated Materials Assessment and Industrial Hygiene services by adding an Environmental Scientist / Asbestos Professional to our team. In this role, you will work on-site at client and project facilities performing asbestos, lead, and other regulated material sampling, abatement oversight, air monitoring, and air sample analysis. You will assess the condition of building materials, quantify regulated substances, and serve as a field supervisor for asbestos abatement projects, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and client requirements.

Requirements

Must be comfortable and able to work while wearing Level C Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which includes a full-face respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) along with Tyvek and Saranex suits.
Valid driver's license.
Occasionally the position may require working evenings, weekends and extended out of town working assignments.
High school diploma or GED.
Able to obtain site access to secure areas such as Federal or State sites
Ability to read and understand maps, schematic drawings, diagrams, and instruction manuals
Proficiency using Word and Excel applications

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science or Related
3 to 5 years of experience in Environmental role
MDH certified asbestos inspector
MDH certified asbestos site supervisor
MDH 2-Day asbestos air sampling certificate of completion
One to two years of experience conducting regulated material surveys and/or air monitoring
40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER Certification and/or up to date on 8-hour refresher
Completed NIOSH 582 equivalency course training

Responsibilities

Conduct pre-demolition/renovation building surveys.
On-site monitoring including, but not limited to, asbestos, indoor air quality, lead, mold, HVAC, and various OSHA compliance following regulatory requirements and project specific documents/work plans.
Perform appropriate monitoring including necessary calibration and data collection.
Interpret results and respond appropriately.
Perform project oversight/supervision.
Maintain equipment provided to complete tasks including PPE, computer, other assigned equipment in addition to shared equipment and supplies.
Acquire and maintain certifications.
Abide by company health and safety requirements and site-specific provisions.
Follow QA/QC requirements.
Develop summaries, generate photographic logs, and input field work documentation. Attention to detail is critical.
Use technical writing and analysis skills to prepare project documentation and assist with preparation of final client deliverables under direction of a Project Manager.
Interact with building owners and contractors to coordinate field activities and provide direction when necessary.
May become Team Leader including mentoring and training entry-level staff.
Conduct field work as requested, to include out-of-town travel for up to two weeks at a time, multiple times a year.
Read/understand SOPs and train on specific field tasks.
Accurately and efficiently conduct environmental sampling in accordance with the project scope of work.
Oversee the proper removal and management of regulated materials or contaminated soil excavation during remediation and construction projects.
Organize, digitize and file field notes in Document Locator in a timely manner.
Utilize and maintain field equipment in accordance with Bay West SOPs.
Help resolve problems as they arise in the field.
Manage schedule and relationships to maintain utilization goals and complete activities within promised time frames.