Industrial Hygienist

Apex Companies • Lakewood, CO

4d • $50,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Industrial Hygienist conducts field-based building assessments, inspections, and sampling, with report writing and data analysis performed when not in the field. The role collects building material, air, and noise samples; gathers, analyzes, and interprets data; and enters data into template reports. Work includes asbestos inspections and abatement project oversight, lead-based paint inspections and clearance testing, and water intrusion and mold assessments, including moisture mapping, assessments of visible suspect biological growth, and mold sampling and clearance protocols. The role follows written scopes of work, maintains detailed field notes, prepares clear and accurate work-performed reports using established templates and guidance, and helps ensure safe work practices on project sites.

The position is primarily field-based and works under general oversight from a Senior Industrial Hygiene professional. Occasional evening, overnight, or weekend work may be required to access unoccupied buildings and minimize disruption. Schedules are planned in advance when possible, with flexibility when after-hours work is needed. The employer describes opportunities for professional development, cross-training, and work on a variety of environmental projects. The stated annual expected pay range is $50,000–$65,000 in the role description; a separate listing later in the posting gives $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).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, clients, and project teams.
• Ability to draft concise, detailed, and accurate work-performed reports.
• Experience with asbestos, mold, and lead sampling.
• Working knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, and Colorado state regulations.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Colorado Air Monitoring Specialist (AMS) certification is strongly preferred.
• At least 1 year of relevant industrial hygiene or environmental consulting experience is preferred.
• Ability to work efficiently under general oversight from a Senior Industrial Hygiene professional.
• 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, asbestos sampling, and asbestos abatement project oversight.
• Perform lead-based paint inspections, lead sampling, and clearance testing.
• Conduct water intrusion and mold assessments, including moisture mapping, visible suspect biological growth assessments, mold sampling, and clearance protocols.
• Follow written scopes of work and take detailed field notes.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive work-performed reports using established templates and guidance.
• Ensure safe work practices are followed on project sites.

Benefits

• Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
• Company-paid life, short-term, 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