Industrial Hygienist

Va Dept Of Transportation • Richmond, VA

400d • $80,113 - $130,183

About The Position

The Industrial Hygienist position at the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) involves supporting the Central Office Environmental Division's statewide services. The role focuses on administering VDOT's Industrial Hygiene Programs, ensuring workplace safety, and evaluating industrial hygiene controls. The position is based in Richmond, Virginia, and requires collaboration with the Industrial Hygiene Program Manager.

Requirements

• Professional experience in the industrial hygiene field or related safety and environmental areas.
• Knowledge of industrial hygiene concepts, principles, techniques, and practices.
• Ability to collect scientific samples and interpret analytical results.
• Ability to interpret and apply codes, laws, and standards.
• Knowledge of occupational safety and health standards and health-based exposure values.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing, including making presentations.
• Skill in providing customer service to internal and external customers.

Nice To Haves

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Industrial Hygiene, Hazard Control, Occupational Health, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the Department's Industrial Hygiene Programs.
• Investigate and evaluate the adequacy of industrial hygiene controls in the workplace.
• Review contractor health and safety plans for lead abatement projects.
• Conduct training and fit testing for employees.
• Perform outreach to Districts and Divisions regarding industrial hygiene activities.
• Conduct baseline and periodic hygiene surveys of work areas.
• Prepare detailed reports of industrial hygiene sampling events.
• Provide interpretation of sampling and inspection results and recommend remediation activities.

Benefits

• Health insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Support Activities for Transportation
• Education Level: No Education Listed