Industrial Hygienist

Company: Milhouse
Location: Lombard
Posted on: January 6, 2021

Job Description:

The Industrial Hygienist will be responsible for performing field studies including airborne chemical monitoring, noise monitoring, indoor air quality, asbestos surveys and lead-based paint surveys. Developing sampling strategies and outline required analysis. Research regulatory standards and hazard data. Evaluate sampling results and provide contractor oversight and the collection of air samples. Present and communicate findings and report recommendations to clients.Duties/Responsibilities:* Maintain a working knowledge of the applicable federal, state and local regulations applicable to industrial hygiene, asbestos, and lead-based paint activities, including, but not limited to; Illinois Asbestos Abatement Act and Code; Commercial and Public Building Asbestos Abatement Act and Code; Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA); Asbestos School Hazard Abatement Reauthorization Act (ASHARA); Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations; Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) regulations National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP); U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD); and, other applicable regulations as they pertain to industrial hygiene, asbestos and lead-based paint activities.* Maintain required asbestos, lead and other industrial hygiene registration, certification, and licensing in Illinois. In addition, at the request of the Director, obtain and maintain same in other States as required to meet regulatory, project and client needs.* Perform on-site inspections for environmental and industrial hygiene hazards in commercial and public buildings and educational facilities. Activities will include the preparation of detailed inspection reports, in accordance with Milhouse Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).* Provide technical assistance and support for Milhouse projects, including project design support, site work plan support, air sampling expertise and general industrial hygiene department support.* Provide on-site technical project management and air sampling services during environmental hazard abatement and industrial hygiene projects. Activities will include the preparation of detailed inspection reports, in accordance with Milhouse and client Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).* Prepare detailed technical written reports providing results of industrial hygiene services.* Prepare detailed written proposal for services as directed or requested.* Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Support a variety of environmental services projects including assisting with report preparation and field work.* Provide field support on a variety of environmental service projects that will include but not be limited to sample collection, site observation and documentation, etc.Required Skills and Abilities:* Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.* Current Illinois Department of Public Health Asbestos Inspector License.* Current Illinois Department of Public Health Asbestos Air Sampling Professional License.* Current Illinois Department of Public Health Asbestos Project Manager License.* Minimum of 3 years' experience.* Bachelor's degree from an accredited University or College in engineering, industrial hygiene or related science* Prior experience working for Illinois school districts* Licensing in surrounding states such as Indiana or Wisconsin* Willingness to travel out of town on long-term projects is a plus.* Knowledge of field IH techniques and experience with data collection.* Knowledge of basic computing skills /software such as MS office suite and equipment specific software for XRF and other IH equipment.* Excellent communication and organizational skills.* Ability to manage field staff and subcontractors.* Ability to work independently while meeting project deadlinesMilhouse Engineering & Construction, Inc. was founded in 2001 with the goal of building the best engineering company in the country. It was based on the belief that if we hired great people, fueled their passion while challenging them to excel, and maintained a laser focus on the needs of your clients, success would come- and so it has. Our portfolio of successful projects continues to grow, our family of highly satisfied clients continues to expand, and our staff just gets better and better.We are a unique, Chicago-based firm whose collective passion, vision and expertise has led to phenomenal growth and being named "Chicago's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For" 15 years in a row! With more than 200 talented professionals and offices across the country, Milhouse offers a dynamic work environment where there is no limit to what you can achieve if you are willing to go after it.Our people are the cornerstone of our organization, and key to our success. Join a remarkably talented team that shares a passion for what they do and a vision for improving communities around the world through innovative engineering and construction.For the fifteenth consecutive year, Milhouse Engineering & Construction, Inc. has been selected as Chicago's 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For.Important Notice to US ApplicantsMilhouse Engineering & Construction, Inc. is an at-will employer.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Benefits List:* Medical* Dental* Vision* Life Insurance* Short Term Disability Insurance* 401(k) Plan* Transit Benefits Program* Paid Time Off (PTO)* Employee Education & Development Program* Paid Holidays* Employee Referral Program* Wellness Program* Employee Recognition Program* Lunch and Learns* Milhouse University Classes (Cross Functional Training)* Higher Level Professional Development/Certification support* Paid Maternity and Paternity leave (plus incentives to support you in your first year of parenthood)

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