Industrial Hygienist

Apex Companies • Lakewood, CO

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About The Position

The Industrial Hygienist performs building assessments, inspections, and sampling, primarily in the field. The role collects building-material, air, and noise samples; gathers, analyzes, and interprets data; and enters data into template reports. Work also includes asbestos inspections and abatement oversight, lead-based paint inspections and clearance testing, and water-intrusion and mold assessments. When not in the field, the Industrial Hygienist performs data analysis and report writing. The position works under general oversight from a Senior Industrial Hygiene professional and follows written scopes of work, established templates, and safe work practices.

The role is primarily field-based. Occasional evening, overnight, or weekend work may be needed to access unoccupied buildings and minimize disruption to occupants. Schedules are planned in advance whenever possible, with flexibility when after-hours work is required.

Apex describes itself as a national consulting and engineering firm with more than 2,000 employees and over 70 locations. Its offerings include cross-training, work on varied environmental projects, professional development, and annual bonus opportunities. The stated annual expected pay range is $50,000–$65,000 in the main listing; a later posting detail gives a range of $50,000–$70,000.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Certified Asbestos Building Inspector (CABI).
• Experience with asbestos, mold, and lead sampling.
• Working knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, and Colorado state regulations.
• Ability to work efficiently under general oversight from a Senior Industrial Hygiene professional.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, clients, and project teams.
• Ability to draft concise, detailed, and accurate work-performed reports.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Colorado Air Monitoring Specialist (AMS) certification is strongly preferred.
• One or more years of relevant industrial hygiene or environmental consulting experience is preferred.
• Interest in professional growth through additional certifications, continuing education, and cross-training, such as compliance audits, Phase I ESAs, stormwater inspections, and environmental sampling.

Responsibilities

• Collect building-material, air, and noise samples.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret data, and enter data into template reports.
• Perform asbestos inspections, including asbestos sampling and oversight of asbestos abatement projects.
• Perform lead-based paint inspections, including lead sampling and clearance testing.
• Conduct water-intrusion and mold assessments, including moisture mapping, assessment of visible suspect biological growth, mold sampling, and clearance protocols.
• Follow written scopes of work and take detailed field notes.
• Prepare clear, accurate, comprehensive work-performed reports using established templates and guidance.
• Ensure safe work practices are followed on project sites.
• Perform report writing and data analysis when not in the field.

Benefits

• Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
• Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Tuition assistance.
• Cross-training and opportunities to work on a variety of environmental projects.
• Performance-based bonuses and other incentives; all Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities.
• Opportunities for continued technical and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level