Instructor - Environmental Engineering jobs in Newark, NJ

We are currently seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist/Industrial Hygiene Inspector to participate in asbestos, lead, mold and universal waste inspections in the New York/New Jersey area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing routine site inspections, collecting bulk samples and creating reports according to applicable State and Federal protocols
• Investigating indoor air quality and related water intrusion events
• Conducting job site health & safety inspections
• Performing air monitoring for asbestos abatement, lead and mold remediation activities
• Interacting with management, contractors & sub-contractors, coordinating site meetings, developing scopes of work and implementing project schedules, as assigned

Requirements:

• High School diploma required
  
• AS or BS in physical sciences or industrial hygiene, safety, environmental sciences, or related science or engineering fields preferred, but not required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred in performing and coordinating asbestos, lead paint, IAQ, water intrusion/mold, general industrial hygiene, and facility-related investigations, but willing to train the right candidate
• A combination of the following certifications:
  • NYCDEP Asbestos Investigator
  • EPA AHERA / NYSDOL Asbestos Inspector, Project Designer, Project Monitor and Air Sampling Technician
  • NJ/EPA/NY Lead Risk Assessor/Inspector
  • NYSDOL Mold Assessor
• Working knowledge of MS Office software (Word, Excel, Adobe, etc.)
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, and state regulations for asbestos, lead paint, etc.
• Must be willing to travel to and from job sites within the NJ/NY area
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and be medically cleared to wear negative-pressure respirator
• Must be available to occasionally work night or weekend hours and/or extended shifts beyond 8 hours
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to DOT-regulated random drug & alcohol testing

Preferred, but not required:

• Additional asbestos accreditations preferred: Management Planner/Supervisor/Project Designer
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER
• Secure Worker Access Consortium (SWAC)
• Northeast state asbestos licensing (PA, NY, RI, MA, CT, etc.)
• Experience performing other IH-related work and non-IH environmental work
• Optional NJ/EPA accreditation as Lead Inspector / Risk Assessor
• Experience performing health and safety oversight
• Experience in construction management

Matrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a pleasant and professional work environment.

We offer excellent benefits including:

• Medical/Rx Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-paid Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

This position is not eligible for an employment visa sponsorship or financial assistance for relocation.