Environmental Technician - Regulated Building Materials

Company Overview:

LaBella Associates was established in 1978 and has been voted a Top Workplace for the last five years. We are headquartered in Rochester, NY with offices across New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, North and South Carolina, and Madrid, Spain. LaBella is a multi-disciplined architectural and engineering firm dedicated to client satisfaction through teamwork, respect, and trust. We provide services that take a project from start to finish—from an initial study to determine a project’s feasibility to construction administration and start up, and everything in between.

Job Overview:

We are currently seeking an experienced (2+ years) Regulated & Hazardous Building Materials Professional to support our growing program.  This position requires an intermediate level of technical working knowledge of New York State Code Rule 56, as well as other federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to hazardous and regulated building materials.  The ideal candidate will have experience with abatement project monitoring, building inspections and lead testing. An interest, understanding, or prior experience with mold and other environmental hazards is a plus.  The ideal candidate will enjoy a mix of office and field time.  LaBella offers excellent training and career advancement opportunities.

Job Functions:

• Perform on-site observations of environmental remediation projects under abatement/construction, and monitor the quality of work performed by engineers, consultants, contractors, and sub-contractors.
• Perform asbestos-related functions including hazard assessments, surveys, submittal reviews, abatement plan and specification review, asbestos sampling, and survey report review.
• Consult with other staff members on environmental questions arising from the review of plans, drawings and construction project problems and issues.
• Prepare reports relating to assigned activities.
• Assist in the development, compilation, and distribution of technical data.

Work Environment:

Workstation varies depending on assignment. Will require entry into containment areas. Use of appropriate personal protective equipment required at field sites, (i.e., respirators, disposable suits, boots, gloves, hard hats, and eye protection).

Frequent travel may be required using rental vehicle, company vehicle, or personal vehicle. This travel may include overnight stays at public accommodations and related establishments. Job duties may require exposure to weather and temperature extremes, loud noises, heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and other work-safety hazards (chemicals, fumes, etc.) at a construction site. Must be able to pass annual physical examination to confirm ability to wear a respirator. Must be available to occasionally work a modified work schedule or extended workday hours, as necessary.

Requirements

• Associates or BS in a Science, Engineering or Construction related field.
• 2+ years of environmental and/or construction experience.
• Current NYSDOL and USEPA (Project Monitor/Air Technician, Inspector, Assessor, etc.) certifications preferred.
• High interest in learning other environmental job duties.  LaBella will provide required training. 

Salary Range: $45,000- $60,000
The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events