Environmental Technician - HBM, IAQ, and IH Focused

Fulcrum Environmental Consulting is seeking an Environmental Technician in Yakima, WA, focused on hazardous materials, indoor air quality, and industrial hygiene. Responsibilities include preparing reports, conducting field investigations, and maintaining equipment. Candidates typically hold a degree in a relevant field and must possess strong communication skills. Benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, and retirement plans. This is a full-time position with a pay range of $24.00 - $27.00 per hour.
Fulcrum Environmental Consulting is recruiting for an Environmental Technician, focuses on hazardous building materials, indoor air quality, and industrial hygiene to join our Yakima office. Project tasks include:
• Preparing investigation and inspection reports.
• Assisting with field investigations of the built environment, site environment, and work environment for hazardous including: asbestos, lead, PCBs, mold and bacteria, and other contaminants
• Conducting inspection and monitoring services of contractor's work
• Preparing accurate and succinct written reports, programs and documents
• Maintaining field equipment, air sampling pumps, field monitors, and other associated equipment

Typically staff have a Bachelor of Science, or Masters of Science, in Biology, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Geology, Safety, or similar field.

You are expected to have:
• Strong verbal communication and writing skills
• Attention to detail, including field notes and project documentation
• Demonstrate ability to effectively coordinate projects with co-workers, subcontractors, general contractors, and clients
• Bring practical solutions to field challenges
• Flexible to work on a wide variety of projects, tasks and assignments, responding easily to changing priorities

Successful candidates will acquire the following certifications prior to joining or during their first year:
• AHERA accredited Building Inspector
• CPR and First Aid training.
• First Aid and CPR

Over time we expect that you will develop expertise and recognition as a firm and regional technical expert. As you progress, the complexity and difficulty of projects are expected to increase and your responsibilities for project decisions and leadership can increase as well. We will assist your development with in-house training, online course, and conference attendance.

Fulcrum is a community of individual professionals with varied backgrounds, personalities, and hobbies, but a shared commitment to the success of our firm and our clients’ projects.

Benefits:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Long-term disability
• Life Insurance
• Accrue up to 12 days paid time off during the first year
• Eight paid company holidays
• Simple IRA Retirement plan after eligibility period

Who is Fulcrum Environmental Consulting?

At Fulcrum Environmental Consulting, we provide environmental and safety consulting services throughout the Inland Northwest to public, private, and corporate partners. Our goal is to provide our clients with the best possible solution to specific environmental situations while maximizing cost efficiency and simplicity.

Visit our website to learn more: www.efulcrum.net

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender orientation, national origin, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws. Work may require lifting and carrying of items (e.g. file boxes) weighing up to 40 pounds and safe use of stepstools or ladders.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person