Environmental Technician

J.S. Held•Fairview Heights, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations. We are seeking an energetic and versatile Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Environmental Entry Level Consultant to join our Fairview Heights location. This unique role consists of an entry-level environmental technician. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of working with the team, environmental science principles, industrial hygiene, and occupational safety. Flexibility, strategic thinking, and advanced knowledge of Microsoft products are essential. Experience with Dynamics 365 is a plus. This position involves working closely with assisting field teams during high-volume periods. There is potential for national and international travel, though it is not a requirement.

Requirements

Valid Driver’s License
Bachelor’s degree in Science/Geology/Engineering.
Experience in EH&S preferred but not a requirement.
TWIC card eligible
Excellent communication skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Disciplined and organized with effective time management abilities.
Teamwork-oriented with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to build and maintain a highly ethical reputation.
Knowledge of environmental science principles, industrial hygiene, and occupational safety.
Flexibility and strategic thinking to handle a variety of tasks.
Able to carry equipment, as much as 30lbs unassisted.
Push or pull items.
Able to reach above head.
Able to bend at the knee.
Able to climb ladders to reach high areas.
Able to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Able to squat, kneel or crouch in confined spaces when necessary.
Able to detect burning sensations on skin etc.
Vision must be correctable to at least 20:40 with ability to distinguish colors with good depth perception and peripheral vision.

Nice To Haves

Experience with D365 is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist in conducting environmental assessments and field investigations.
Support the development and implementation of EH&S programs and policies.
Perform data collection, analysis, and reporting for environmental projects.
Collaborate with field teams on environmental monitoring and compliance activities.
Provide technical support and expertise in environmental science, industrial hygiene, and occupational safety.