Environmental Scientist/Industrial Hygienist

Apex Companies•Los Angeles, CA

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Apex is seeking an environmental professional with experience in industrial hygiene to perform asbestos, lead-paint, mold/moisture intrusion, exposure assessment, abatement monitoring, and related industrial hygiene and EHS compliance projects across Southern California. This role involves approximately 50% field work and 50% remote/office work, based in Los Angeles or Orange County. Apex Companies is a fast-growing engineering and environmental consulting firm recognized for its client service and project excellence.

Requirements

2+ years of professional experience conducting asbestos surveys and mold/moisture intrusion inspections as an AHERA-accredited inspector (in any state)
Current AHERA certification required
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Microbiology, or a related field
Self-motivated and dependable professional who can work effectively with limited supervision
Strong technical writing and critical thinking skills
Solid analytical and math skills for interpreting laboratory data and preparing reports
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment
Physically capable of performing fieldwork and comfortable working in both field and office settings
Commitment to safety and a strong understanding of safe work practices
Interest in growing within industrial hygiene and expanding into broader environmental consulting services

Nice To Haves

California Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) and/or Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) preferred

Responsibilities

Perform asbestos, lead-based paint (LBP), and microbial/moisture intrusion assessments, along with abatement oversight, with an approximate 50/50 split between field and office work
Conduct safety and compliance assessments in accordance with regulatory standards and client requirements
Support additional environmental services through cross-training, including: Exposure assessments, Workplace safety evaluations, Stormwater compliance inspections, Soil and groundwater sampling, Noise and air monitoring, Aboveground Storage Tank (AST) inspections
Execute work in alignment with project work plans, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and direction from project managers
Manage scheduling and logistics across all project phases, from coordination and fieldwork through reporting
Prepare clear, accurate, and technically sound client-ready reports using project-specific templates
Collaborate with internal teams to support project delivery and ongoing professional development
Maintain and proactively pursue relevant certifications, including 40-Hour HAZWOPER, CAC, and/or CSST