Environmental Technician

Entry Level Environmental Technician – Westminster, Colorado

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking an Entry Level Environmental Technician to join our Environmental team in Westminster, Colorado. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the dielectric testing industry!

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

The Environmental Technician will support the Environmental business by conducting Environmental Consulting work in the Rocky Mountain Region. This includes performing field sampling of building contaminants, indoor air quality, and other components of green buildings for certification. This position will require some off‑shift and overtime work, as well as out‑of‑town travel on occasion (up to 50% of the time, depending on project load/location).

Monday – Friday (Occasional Weekend Hours) – 40 hours per week, can vary depending on workload.

• Perform field sampling of building materials for asbestos, lead, PBCs, and other common contaminants.
• Perform field sampling of indoor air quality assessments.
• Perform field sampling for specific components of green building certifications such as LEED, WELL, etc.
• Provide field support in environmental projects such as soil/groundwater sampling.
• Perform field documentation / report preparation.
• Maintain training records / field instrumentation / certifications (will provide training updates).
• Coordinate project data / records / reports related to the work assignments.
• Participate in all QA/QC programs as appropriate and Safety Programs.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1+ year of previous experience in environmental investigation and testing services (including but not limited to asbestos, lead‑based paint, mold, soil/groundwater assessments, and remediation)
• Good oral and written communication skills required
• Must be able to work off shifts and overtime
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record required

• AS or BS Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Biology, Chemistry, or some Physical Science
• Colorado Asbestos Building Inspector Certification
• Colorado Lead Inspector Certification
• Electrical and mechanical knowledge of equipment and systems used for environmental remediation and consulting
• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER Training
• Knowledge of IH and practical environmental concepts, principles, and practices

• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, hearing, and auditory discriminations
• Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (hot and cold)
• Ability to climb occasionally

Base wage: $25 to $30 per hour (individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job‑related reasons). In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits, including paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, medical plan options, dental,…