Environmental Technician

Position /Title: Environmental TechnicianRocMar Environmental Inc. is an environmental consulting firm based in Mississauga, Ontario. We are looking for an Environmental Technician, and working closely with our Engineering Division. Our main service areas include Mould, Water Damage, Asbestos, Lead, Biological Hazards, Sewage Backups, Occupational Hygiene and other environmental work as requested by our clients.A bright future awaits you in this relatively new but growing division, where you will have to opportunity to advance as the company grows. This opportunity will be best suited for individuals who are self-motivated and willing to take on new challenges. The successful candidate will be able to:·        Conduct environmental site inspections;·        Providing detailed technical reports;·        Put in the necessary effort to excel and succeed in the role.Job description:Perform various tasks as directed by our senior Environmental and Engineering staff including but not limited to:·        Conducting mould and water damage assessments;·        Bulk material sampling/asbestos surveys, and asbestos investigation and testing;·        Conducting designated substance surveys of residential, commercial, and industrial sites;·        Evaluating Indoor air quality using various types of monitoring equipment;·        Conducting odour investigations;·        Fire and smoke damage assessments;·        Collecting field samples, preparing of laboratory chain of custody and sample drop-offs to our laboratory vendors;·        Collecting detailed field notes documenting site conditions and environmental monitoring data;·        Taking detailed site photographs documenting site conditions;·        Preparing detailed site reports, including recommendations for remedial / abatement measures·        Preparing floors plans and sketches;·        Maintaining adequate communication (via. Emails and phone calls) with clients, contractors, homeowners, facility maintenance personnel, insurance adjusters, and other project-related personnel;·        Other duties as assigned.Qualifications, Skills and Experience:·        Bachelor's Degree in environmental building sciences, environmental science, health and safety, earth sciences, environmental engineering, public health, industrial hygiene or an environmental-related field;·        Certification in Water Damage Restoration, Fire Damage Restoration and/ or Microbial Remediation is an asset;·        Experience in building science, engineering, architectural science, environmental abatement/restoration, construction, health and safety is also considered an asset;·        Understanding of and/or ability to learn technical laboratory and field-testing procedures required;·        Experience in the insurance restoration industry is considered an asset;·        Understanding of building construction and hazardous building materials is an asset;·        Candidates are expected to have very good verbal and oral English communication skills;·        Capable of writing detailed technical reports;·        Ability to coordinate and prioritize workload to meet deadlines;·        Ability to be flexible to accommodate emergencies and unscheduled work;·        Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and meet strict deadlines;·        Must have own vehicle and clean driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout Ontario, often on short notice;A cover letter must be submitted with your application.RocMar Environmental welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Keywords: Mould, Asbestos, Health and Safety, Hazardous Building Materials, Restoration, Occupational Hygiene, Building Science