Environmental Technician - Hazardous Building Materials

Location: Austin, Texas; work within the Houston, Texas office and travel throughout Texas is expected.

Salary: USD $20.00–$28.84 per hour, plus potential participation in an annual discretionary bonus program.

Company

hirify.global, a member of WSP, is a global environmental and engineering consulting firm serving the energy, transportation, infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors.

What you will do

• Perform inspections of hazardous building materials, including asbestos, lead-based paint, and PCBs.
• Conduct indoor air quality inspections, water intrusion investigations, and mold assessments.
• Oversee projects and coordinate with contractors, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Operate and maintain sampling pumps, calibrators, and other field instruments.
• Collect samples, complete data sheets and chain-of-custody forms, and prepare materials for laboratory shipment.
• Maintain project logs, read specifications and drawings, and prepare reports.

Requirements

• Entry-level profile; 1–3 years of experience in hazardous building materials, indoor air quality, or industrial hygiene is preferred.
• High school diploma required, with the ability to read project specifications and drawings.
• Strong verbal communication, adaptability, consultative problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to carry equipment, climb ladders, use hand and power tools, and wear respirators, safety harnesses, and other required safety equipment.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required; travel throughout Texas is expected.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, background check, physical examination, and motor vehicle records check.

Nice to have

• Experience with abatement projects.
• TDSHS Asbestos Inspector, Asbestos Project Manager, or Asbestos Air Monitoring Technician license.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance for eligible US employees.
• 401(k) plan with traditional and Roth options and company matching.
• Paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days per year based on status and seniority.
• At least eight paid holidays annually for full-time employees.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of the employee's state of residence.
• Training and opportunities to develop new skills and certifications.