Industrial Hygiene Field Lead
Industrial Hygiene Field Lead - Alameda County, CA
Base salary: $75,000 - $90,000 D.O.E.
Position Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Industrial Hygiene Field Lead to join our team in Alameda County. This role is ideal for a field-driven IH professional who enjoys being on-site, leading sampling and survey efforts, and mentoring junior staff. The position offers a steady pipeline of local project work, minimal travel outside the Bay Area, and strong support for continued certification and career growth into senior technical or project management roles.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the lead field representative on hazardous materials surveys and evaluations, including sampling of air, water, soil, and building materials.
- Perform and oversee asbestos, lead-based paint, and mold surveys in accordance with federal, state (Cal/OSHA, DTSC), and local regulatory requirements.
- Direct and mentor junior field staff during sampling, abatement monitoring, and clearance activities - providing on-the-job training, quality oversight, and safety leadership.
- Coordinate daily field logistics, including scheduling, equipment readiness, calibration, and chain-of-custody documentation.
- Collect and document field data, prepare field notes and photo logs, and support project managers in the preparation of technical reports and abatement specifications.
- Interface directly with clients, contractors, and building occupants on-site to communicate project scope, findings, and next steps.
- Enforce site health and safety protocols and ensure compliance with project-specific HASPs.
Required Qualifications
- Active CAC (Certified Asbestos Consultant) certification, or active CSST (Certified Site Surveillance Technician)
- Demonstrated field experience conducting asbestos, lead, and mold surveys, as well as broader hazardous materials assessments.
- Willingness to be in the field across a variety of commercial, industrial, institutional, and public sector project sites.
- Prior experience leading, training, or mentoring junior field technicians or site staff.
- Working knowledge of applicable regulations including Cal/OSHA, EPA, AHERA, NESHAP, and California Title 8/Title 17.
- Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Cal/OSHA-certified Lead Inspector/Assessor (LI/A), Certified Mold Inspector (CMI) or Project Monitor credentials.
Travel
- Up to 20%. Field work is concentrated locally in the greater Bay Area.
Compensation & Benefits
- Bonus structure: Annual and quarterly performance-based bonuses.
- Retirement: 401(k) plan.
- Time off: Competitive PTO package.
- Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
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