Environmental Indoor Quality and Hazardous Materials Technician (Project Technologist)
Indoor Environmental Quality-IEQ
Saint John, NB
Today is the day to boost your career! Pinchin is seeking a Project Technologist to join our Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) and Hazardous Materials (HAZ) team in our Saint John, NB Office.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, New Brunswick, the Project Technologist will provide clients with a variety of consulting services involving indoor air quality, Legionella, microbial contamination, infection control, worker exposure and workplace monitoring, safety inspections and audits. You will assist in developing various types of hygiene, health, and safety documentation, prepare technical reports and liaise with clients to ensure their needs and goals are met. Pinchin staff as part of the Saint John teamwork at a number of residential, commercial, and industrial client sites throughout New Brunswick.
A Day in the life of a Project Technologist at Pinchin:
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Complete assessments for mould, indoor air quality (IAQ), designated substances and other hazardous materials
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Conduct interviews with clients regarding building history and site-specific client concerns.
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Perform inspections and evaluate building systems
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Assess building damages related to floods, water losses, smoke, and fire
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Assist clients following flood and loss emergencies to get buildings dried, cleaned, or remediated and operational
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Use various types of equipment to record measurements and collect various samples.
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Identify and sample suspect asbestos, lead, and PCB-containing materials.
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Collect a variety of air and bulk (mould, asbestos, lead, dust, bacteria, etc.) samples.
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Interpret laboratory results.
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Inspect abatement and restoration contractors undertaking asbestos and other hazardous materials abatement work to document that the work has been properly completed.
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Inspect abatement and restoration contractors undertaking mould, asbestos and other hazardous materials remediation work to document that the work has been properly completed.
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Collect and analyze Phase Contract Microscope (PCM) asbestos air samples.
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Prepare detailed reports documenting findings and provide recommendations to address concerns
What you bring to the Pinchin team:
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College diploma in Construction or Architectural Technology, or Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent
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Post-graduate environmental management certificate or equivalent would be an asset
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Entry level to five years of experience with IEQ and/or HAZ work experience considered an asset.
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Consulting industry experience preferred
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Experience with building construction or maintenance is an asset.
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Familiarity with building systems (structure, envelope, HVAC, electrical, plumbing etc.)
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
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Exceptional oral and written communication skills
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Excellent organizational skills
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High attention to detail
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Valid driver’s license, insurance and a personal vehicle required
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Availability to travel to clients’ sites (primarily within NB and on occasion to other provinces to help other offices)
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Availability to work outside of core business hours (occasional evening and weekends)
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Employees may be required by our clients to undergo security clearances and/or drug and alcohol testing to gain access to certain job sites.
What’s in it for you:
Of course, we offer competitive salaries and great benefits, but what makes Pinchin stand out from the crowd? Above all else, we care about our employees and the world around us! Our employees enjoy mentoring and career development programs, opportunities for community involvement including many environmental initiatives, a casual dress code, paid personal days, three weeks’ paid vacation to start, reimbursement for association membership dues, wellness spending account, social activities, team building events, corporate hotel rates and much more! All of this and more in an inclusive, dynamic work environment! Take a look to see all Pinchin has to offer: Pinchin Benefits
Please note that our recruitment process may involve online testing, depending on the position. As an employee of Pinchin, you will be required by our clients to undergo security clearances and, periodically, drug and alcohol testing in order to gain access to certain job sites. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Pinchin however, only those selected to continue will be contacted.
** No agency phone calls please**
Why Pinchin?
At Pinchin, our employees are the heart of our business. If you’re ready to build on your technical and project management skills, we have the resources and subject matter experts to support your career growth. We provide a dynamic and forward-thinking culture that is based on integrity, respect, social responsibility and a passion for learning.
About Us
Pinchin Ltd. is a multidisciplinary consulting firm that provides a wide range of engineering, building sciences, geosciences, environmental, and occupational health and safety solutions across Canada. We are committed to employment practices that promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us.
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