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Environmental Health & Engineering · 1 month ago

Technical Specialist I

Newton, MA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$28.12/hr - $34.40/hr

0+ years exp

Environmental Health & Engineering is seeking a Technical Specialist I who will be responsible for delivering technically sound work products and providing technical support in the field. The role involves conducting environmental assessments, collecting and analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while maintaining a professional image in client interactions.

ConsultingHealth CareMental Health

Responsibilities

Testing of safety equipment (emergency showers, eyewashes, chemical fume hoods, etc.)

Conduct environmental assessments, environmental sampling, indoor air quality (IAQ) investigations, laboratory inspections, and OSHA, DEP, MWRA, and EPA compliance activities

Compare results and methods to federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines, reporting on the gaps and achievements

Collect, analyze, and report on environmental data, such as building materials, air monitoring, and soil or water samples

Collect quality data using specified procedures, observes safety precautions

Testing of safety equipment at client sites

Carry out training and development objectives

Represent professional, respectful image in the field

Apply basic scientific and engineering principles to work activities

Clearly communicate basic technical concepts; may need editorial assistance

Work within timeframes specified by Project Manager for specific tasks

Other tasks as necessary including fit testing across client sites

Responsible for maintaining the integrity of the business by presenting a positive, professional, respectful and professional image to our clients

Responsible for maintaining the integrity of the business by being highly responsive to client needs and expectations

Collect quality data following specified quality control procedures and alert Project Managers on any deviations in procedures

Ensure equipment is maintained per standard operating procedures

Assist in the development of data tables used for reports; review data tables to ensure accuracy per EH&E’s quality control guidelines

As the employee gains experience, may provide internal and/or external training on sampling techniques, appropriate donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE), and use of sampling equipment

Verbal communication skills and responsiveness to client needs are essential

Collaborate in a small team to execute field work

May be required to coordinate schedules with clients directly

Assist with report and other written communications

Be able to work to timelines and report any deviations to this to management

Qualification

Environmental assessmentsOSHA complianceData analysisAsbestos Project MonitorHAZWOPER CertificationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelInterpersonal skillsTeamworking skillsCommunication skills