Environmental Technician (Hazardous Building Materials & Indoor Air Quality)

Cherokee Federal•Crane, IN

About The Position

Environmental Technician - Asbestos Provides hands-on field and documentation support for hazardous building materials and indoor air quality programs. Supports asbestos, `PCB`, lead, and radon sampling and inspections for facility renovation and demolition projects. Follows established procedures and quality requirements to protect personnel and ensure accurate, compliant results.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical coursework in environmental science, industrial hygiene, chemistry, or a related field preferred.
1–3 years of experience in environmental field sampling, facility compliance support, or hazardous materials/industrial hygiene support.
Ability to follow written sampling procedures, maintain accurate field logs, and manage chain-of-custody documentation.
Ability to perform field work in industrial environments while using required PPE and safety practices.
Completion of a 3-Day Asbestos Inspector Course and State of Indiana asbestos inspector certification (or ability to obtain as required).
`40-hour HAZWOPER` with current annual refresher.
`NRPP` or `NRSB` radon measurement certification (or ability to obtain as required).
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Responsibilities

Support the Government Asbestos Program Manager and facility teams with asbestos surveys/inspections and bulk sampling for demolition and renovation projects, under supervision of senior staff.
Assist with development and execution of project-specific `QAPP` requirements; follow all sampling, field/lab testing, and `QA/QC` procedures approved by the Contractor `QAM` and accepted by the NSWC Crane EP `QAM`, applicable `IEPD`, and Environmental Media Manager.
Collect asbestos wipe and bulk samples as assigned, following OSHA (`29 CFR 1910.1001` and `29 CFR 1926.1101`) and applicable EPA requirements, and using controls to prevent airborne asbestos exposure to Government personnel and/or property.
Document sample locations, field conditions, and chain-of-custody; support preparation of asbestos reports for Government submittal.
Perform periodic asbestos inspections when requested and support data calls by organizing historic sampling data and records.
Support `PCB` inspections and sampling, including collection of samples from mixed media and oil samples from electrical/electronic equipment, hydraulic systems, transformers, and other materials, as assigned.
Track and package samples for laboratory analysis; maintain chain-of-custody and required documentation; support development of `PCB` summary reports and provide analytical results to Government program points of contact.
Support mixed-media sampling (including paint) for lead to support renovation and demolition planning, following approved `QAPP` procedures.
Conduct radon sampling in testable buildings at NSA Crane and Lake Glendora Test Facility as assigned, following `NAVRAMP` (most current) and state requirements, and documenting placement, retrieval, and results processing.
Participate in audits, inspections, and investigations by collecting field observations, photos, and notes; communicate issues promptly to senior staff.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned