Hazardous Materials/EH&S Technician - Ottawa

As a member of our Team, you will be working with multidisciplinary teams on various projects. The ideal candidate will have a reputation of being an effective team player, self-motivated and demonstrate an ability to work with minimal supervision in an environment with competing priorities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performing hazardous materials assessments and preparing assessment reports for various sites;
• Conducting surveys for Asbestos and other Designated Substances in accordance with Ontario Regulation 278/05 and Ontario Regulation 490/09;
• Conducting sampling and data collection of bulk materials suspected to contact asbestos, lead, PCBs, mercury etc.;
• Providing inspection and supervision during various type of abatement and remediation projects;
• Conduct air quality testing for quality control and for verification of compliance to above mentioned regulations;
• Performing indoor air quality assessments and odor investigations accordance with Ontario Regulation 833/90, ASHRAE and ACGIH standards;
• Conducting mold, water damage, occupational hygiene and air quality assessments;
• Collecting air samples and conducting Phase Contract Microscope (PCM) analysis for total airborne fibers (NIOSH 582);
• Collecting various environmental and occupational samples including; mold and lead (air, bulk, swab, wipe, etc.), thermal comfort parameters, volatile organic compounds and various direct reading instruments;
• Preparing typed reports and drawings detailing assessment findings and recommendations;
• Maintaining inventory of field equipment, sampling media, and supplies;
• Assisting in maintaining and enhancing quality control within the group; and,
• Other duties as required or needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-2 years of previous work experience working for an environmental consulting firm;
• College diploma in Environmental Technology/ Occupational Health & Safety/ Construction Technology or Bachelor of Science in Engineering;
• NIOSH 582/IRSST Training will be considered an asset;
• IICRC training in Mold & Water Damage training (WRT, AMRT) would be considered an asset;
• Experience with building science, building construction and/or mechanical systems;
• Possess or in the process of obtaining Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) or Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designations;
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, Office 365, Skype for Business;
• Proficient with Auto CAD will be considered an asset;
• Bilingual in English and French (written and spoken) will be considered an asset;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail and ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects;
• Ability to travel across Ottawa and throughout Canada, as mandated by the projects;
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, insurance & personal vehicle (work-related travel expenses will be compensated); and
• Must be able to wear PPE and respirators as required to oversee abatement and remediation projects.