Senior Environmental Specialist/Asbestos Investigator

An award-winning consulting engineering firm located in Elmwood Park, New Jersey is seeking a mid-level candidate with 3 or more years of experience who is willing to join our growing environmental/hazmat team. 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Asbestos and other hazardous substances investigations and sampling of suspect materials, investigation report writing.
• Assist Project Manager with management of asbestos abatement oversight projects/QC visits.
• Assist in development and/or review of abatement and remediation plans and specifications. Ability to read architectural and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to work effectively under a deadline.
• Ability to work both in the office and in the field.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment if working in hazardous conditions.

• Required: current NYC DEP Asbestos Investigator license and NYS Asbestos Inspector certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field.
• 3+ Years of experience in Asbestos Inspections/Investigations with knowledge of applicable regulations for New York State and New York City.
• Proficiency in computer applications: Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• OSHA 10-hr. and OSHA 30-hr. Construction Safety.
• NYSDOL Project Monitor, Designer, Mold Assessor and EPA Lead Inspector certifications are a plus.
• Knowledge of CAD is a plus.

SALARY RANGE:  The base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $105,000.

We offer employees competitive compensation packages, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short, and long-term disability, paid holidays, paid time off, and 401k retirement plan with company match.

Please visit our website for all of our career opportunities at www.yu-associates.com.

YU & Associates’ is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer fully committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment practices. No employee or applicant for employment is discriminated against because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual or affectional preference, sexual orientation, sex, ancestry or national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital or domestic status, veteran status, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information or testing, or any other legally protected category in all employment decisions.

 We foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where our employees can be themselves.  Every idea and perspective are valued to meet our common goals.