Industrial Hygiene Field Technician, Asbestos and Lead

Industrial Hygiene Field Technician, Asbestos and Lead

Arcadis is the world’s leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. With more than 36,000 people in over 70 countries, we are dedicated to improving quality of life and solving the world’s most complex challenges together.

We have an immediate need for an Asbestos and Lead Inspector/Monitor on our Regulated Building Material and Industrial Hygiene team in the Los Angeles area. The role includes performing field work for asbestos and lead‑related projects such as inspections, abatement monitoring/oversight, air sampling, and onsite analysis. Additional tasks may include indoor air quality (IAQ)/mold investigations, building characterization assessments, and report writing.

Candidates must hold a valid California Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) asbestos credential and a valid California Lead Sampling Technician credential. The position will be based out of our Los Angeles or Irvine offices, with project sites throughout greater Southern California. Arcadis will provide project‑specific training as needed.

• Interact and communicate with Arcadis’ project managers, leaders, abatement contractors, consultants, and client personnel to ensure on‑time and satisfactory performance on projects.
• Manage and self‑perform tasks associated with inspections/surveys and abatement monitoring for asbestos, lead, mold (water intrusion), IAQ, and other regulated building materials at a variety of facilities, including commercial, public schools, financial, retail, industrial, chemical, manufacturing, oil/gas, electrical, etc.
• Provide detailed written and/or electronic project field notes and sampling summaries for work conducted.
• Travel to project locations in the greater Southern California area on a daily basis, including longer distances and potential overnight stays as required.
• Maintain flexibility as work hours may include nights, weekends, or extended work beyond 8 hours depending on the project.

• Problem‑solving skills: identify problems and implement corrective processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to take ownership of assigned work, prioritize schedule, and produce high‑quality documentation.
• Willingness to learn new digital technologies for field services.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. of equipment at all times during a shift.
• Must be able to climb and descend a ladder.
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Clear background check, pass medical exam, and be medically cleared to wear a negative‑pressure respirator.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.

• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on the first day of work.
• All travel expenses paid.
• Paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO).
• Salary range: $56,798 – $90,877.
• Other benefits include 401 K, EAP, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition, wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

• Experience in a consulting environment with lead‑paint, hazardous building materials management, indoor air quality, mold evaluations, and ventilation system assessments.
• State of California Certified Site Surveillance Technician.
• State of California Lead Sampling Technician (preferred).
• High School Diploma or GED.

• AS or BS in physical sciences, industrial hygiene, safety, environmental sciences, or related fields.
• General understanding of HVAC systems, building mechanical systems, and building construction.
• General understanding of building renovation and demolition.
• CDPH Lead Inspector, Assessor, or Project Monitor.
• NIOSH 582 certification or equivalent.
• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification.
• OSHA 30‑hour Construction certification.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone’s contribution matters. It’s why we pioneer a skills‑based approach, where you can harness your unique experience to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You’ll do meaningful work and help deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis prohibited by law.