Environmental Technician

Come Join our Team • Richmond, VA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success. We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work. Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team. Join stability. Apply now!

Requirements

• Entry level position, 0-2 years of related experience
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline preferred
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and compliance practices
• Proficiency with standard word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
• Excellent communication, both oral and written
• Ability to work independently and within teams to achieve goals
• Must be detail oriented
• Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening, including a background investigation, drug screening, and driving record check
• Ability to continuously sit, stand, and walk
• Ability to perform strenuous field work including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing on ladders and roofing systems, and entering crawlspaces
• Ability to work outside in frequent changes of temperatures
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach, push, and pull
• Ability to work in environments containing dust, mold, and hazardous materials with safety gear
• Ability to frequently drive to and from work sites, must have valid driver’s license with good-standing driving record

Nice To Haves

• May travel overnight (less than 35%)
• May work nights, weekends and holidays as needed

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections, assessments and field sampling using various media and in various environments
• Operates light and heavy equipment including, but not limited to, pumps, vacuum, equipment, generators
• Reviews and analyzes historical sources and data to generate reports
• Performs basic calculations and computer data entry
• Prepares and maintains necessary reports and records as required
• Obtain and maintain asbestos and lead inspector licenses and perform inspections to identify and assess hazardous materials in compliance with applicable regulations
• Accepts training and direction from Staff II and III, Lead Scientists, Practice Leaders, and Director
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree