Industrial Hygienist - B (Water Quality)

NYC School Construction Authority•New York City, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Hygienist B reports to an Industrial Hygienist - C or designated manager, and is responsible for ensuring compliance with appropriate laws and regulations governing health and safety in the work place and in schools. This position is for the Water Quality Unit. The Industrial & Environmental Hygiene (IEH) department provides comprehensive management and administration of environmental hygiene, including asbestos, lead, PCBs, indoor air quality, mold, hazardous materials, underground storage tanks, environmental due diligence for site development acquisitions, potable water, chemical relocation, soil excavation/characterization and disposal. IEH collaborates closely with Architecture & Engineering (A&E) and Construction Management (CM).

Requirements

Three years of experience performing hazard/toxic substance assessments, or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.
Baccalaureate Degree in related field or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.
Three years of full time experience performing hazard/toxic substance assessments, or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.
Specialty areas are: Survey & Design: must have a minimum of three years of experience specializing in survey & design.
Field Operations: must have a minimum of three years of experience specializing in field operations.
Hazmat: must have a minimum of three years of experience specializing in Hazmat.
Eligible to work in the United States.
Must not require visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

City Certified Investigator/State Department of Labor Project Monitor - NYS Department of Labor

Responsibilities

Conducts initial review of all construction documents to ensure compliance with appropriate provisions related to environmental conditions before they are sent for final approval.
Coordinates all phases of environmental projects assigned.
Coordinates all administrative project aspects relevant to Environmental conditions for all projects assigned.
Monitors job sites to determine the presence of occupational health hazards and ensures that industrial hygiene standards are maintained and appropriate safety provisions are observed.
Prepares special reports requested by supervisors.
Recommends appropriate equipment and techniques for protection against exposure to harmful substances and hazardous conditions or operations.
Educates/trains project stakeholders regarding matters of industrial hygiene.
Applies working knowledge of building plumbing systems, including domestic water distribution, fixtures, valves, risers, storage tanks, backflow-prevention devices, and hot-water systems.
Reviews plumbing drawings, riser diagrams, specifications, and field conditions to identify representative sampling locations and potential water-quality concerns.
Plans and coordinates potable-water sampling for applicable parameters, including lead, bacteria, and other contaminants of concern, in accordance with approved protocols.
Conducts or oversees field inspections, sample collection, chain-of-custody documentation, laboratory coordination, and review of analytical results.
Evaluates water-quality data for compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, guidance, project specifications, and agency procedures.
Coordinates response actions such as fixture isolation, flushing, cleaning, replacement, resampling, and other corrective measures with plumbing, facilities, and project personnel.
Maintains complete project records and prepares technical summaries, notifications, recommendations, and special reports.
Performs related tasks.
May perform the duties of Industrial Hygienist - A: Collects samples of potentially hazardous materials for analysis.
Coordinates asbestos abatement activities on construction projects.
Assists in review of construction documents to assure appropriate provisions relating to industrial hygiene with emphasis on the handling of asbestos.
Prepares reports recommending both preventative and corrective action with respect to industrial hygiene, as well as providing technical guidance, as required.

Benefits

Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
Prescription Drug Options
Dental & Vision Coverage
NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)
Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
Transit Check Program
Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits
Tuition reimbursement for continued education that is directly related to your current role
Access to a broad range of individual and organizational training opportunities
Trainings on leadership development, technical skill-building, compliance, personal and professional growth