Industrial Hygienist Technician

Come Join our Team • Richmond, VA

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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! Who we are looking for: This position will primarily be responsible for performing industrial hygiene inspections, assessments, and sampling under close supervision.

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
• Ability to multi-task and meet project requirements/deadlines
• 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
• May travel overnight (less than 35%)

Responsibilities

• Conducts mold, indoor air quality, and hazardous material inspections
• Field sampling for hazardous materials assessments (e.g. asbestos, mold, lead, etc.)
• Performs inspections, assessments and sampling using various media and in various environments
• Records observations and results
• Accepts training and direction from Staff, 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
• Company Cell Phone + Tablet
• Use of Company Vehicle for every day onsite travel

What This Job Offers

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