Industrial Hygienist jobs in Kansas City, MO

OCCU-TEC, Inc. is a mature, profitable company headquartered in North Kansas City, Missouri, with project offices in Alabama, Indiana, Michigan, and Texas. We are a multi-disciplined consulting and training firm providing specialized business solutions to help commercial and industrial clients effectively manage environmental, occupational health and safety (EH&S) risks. In addition, we inspect, repair and manage large projects on fuel systems for backup generators, primarily in the telecommunications and health care industries. We are considered the “Solution Specialists” by our clients and believe our client loyalty is the key indicator to our success. This approach has resulted in consistent growth and achievements such as being named one of the 100 fastest growing companies in Kansas City by Ingram’s Magazine as well as being selected as one of the Inc 5000 private companies in the US.

OCCU-TEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to comply with all Federal and State laws prohibiting discrimination in employment based on race, age, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or other protected classifications.

The Position

OCCU-TEC is a growing organization based out of North Kansas City, Missouri with an over 40-year history of providing environmental consulting and safety services in the Kansas City area and nationally. OCCU-TEC is currently seeking applicants for a position with our organization as an Environmental Scientist or Industrial Hygienist based out of our Kansas City, Missouri office. This position will report directly to the Director of Environmental, Health and Safety. The successful candidate will gain the opportunity to learn from highly experienced individuals, grow and develop in an industry that is constantly expanding.

Our goal is to expand our team by adding growth-motivated individuals. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, high energy, and be excited about working in a small, privately held company with a positive and team-oriented culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct environmental investigations and assist in development of recommended correction measures as necessary
• Coordinate with multiple parties regarding investigation activities
• Complete field investigations and data collection on various environmental projects
• Complete environmental sampling and exposure assessments using varying sampling techniques, equipment and sampling media
• Prepare and assist with the preparation of environmental sampling reports and site investigations
• Maintain company equipment and inventory in good working order
• Adhere to all applicable regulatory requirements
• Observe all company and client safety programs and procedures

Key Accountabilities:

• Perform all job functions in a safe manner and ensure the safety of fellow teammates
• Perform investigations withing established budgets
• Interface with clients, establish rapport, and present a professional image
• Ensure regulatory compliance
• Produce technical reports with minimal errors
• Excellent time management and personal accountability

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science, and/or related science or equivalent experience
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to bend, stoop, sit, or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to climb ladders
• Clean driving record
• Attention to detail, deadline driven
• Reliable transportation
• Passing pre-employment drug screen and background check for security clearance.
• Overnight Travel required (up to 50%)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Past experience with industrial hygiene, indoor air quality, lead-based paint, asbestos, or Environmental Site Assessments is a plus
• Self-starter with personal accountability and follow-through
• Strong work ethic and deadline driven
• Will hire the right individual immediately. First-Class Technical Training provided upon hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Travel requirement:

• Up to 50% travel

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local laws and regulations?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Asbestos Certification (Preferred)
• Lead-based Paint Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kansas City, MO 64117: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person