Embark on an exciting career journey with the Institute for Environmental Assessment, Inc. (IEA)! We are on the lookout for a vibrant, motivated individual to join our team as an Environmental Technician, in our Rochester Office. In this role, you will step into a dynamic position where we prioritize your growth and success through comprehensive training and continuous coaching.
As a leading environmental, health, and safety (EHS) consulting firm headquartered in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, IEA operates across the state with satellite offices located in Rochester, Mankato, Marshall, Brainerd, and Virginia. We cater to the diverse EHS needs of both public and private organizations, spanning school districts, colleges, cities, counties, hospitals, and various industrial sectors.
Our mission is to care for our clients, people, and business by continually striving to improve. Guided by unwavering values, we operate with integrity and respect for others. We believe in cultivating a work environment that encourages personal growth, innovation, and opportunities, ultimately leading to shared success. Through these principles, we strive to make a positive impact on the communities we serve and contribute to a healthier, safer space for all.
The Environmental Technician position is a challenging, field-based role involving working on client sites to supervise and monitor asbestos abatement projects. Collection and analysis of air samples. Perform onsite inspections. Prepare detailed paperwork documenting job site activities. Building and maintaining strong relationships. Collaborating with internal teams and other professionals to ensure effective project coordination and timely delivery of services. Obtain and maintain necessary certifications needed to include NIOSH 582, Minnesota 2-Day Air, Asbestos Site Supervisor, and Asbestos Inspector.
Required Competencies:
- Problem solving skills
- Internally driven and results oriented
- Customer service oriented
- Technical knowledge and understanding
- Time and organizational management
Required Qualifications:
2,000 hours of work experience in general construction trades, asbestos-related work, safety, industrial hygiene, or hazardous materials control. OR
- Bachelor's degree in physical or life sciences, engineering or architecture and 500 hours of work experience in the areas listed above. OR
- Completion of an apprentice program within the general commercial construction trades.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable source of transportation.
- Comfortable wearing a respirator with the ability to pass a respirator physical.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
IEA offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical insurance plan options + Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401k Retirement plan with employer contributions matching 50% of the first 4% of wages withheld on a discretionary basis each pay period
- Company provided group life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability insurance coverage
- Section 125 Plan for associates
- Short term disability
- 18 days Paid Time Off for new employees + 9 company paid holidays
The typical salary range for this position ranges from $24-$26 per hour. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, and experience.
Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
