On-Call Certified Asbestos Building Inspector
Listed on 2026-05-31
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Engineering
Environmental Compliance, Environmental/ Urban Planning, Environmental Engineer
Overview
Pinyon is different... and we want unique individuals to come learn, grow, and thrive within our employee-owned company, proudly serving our communities for over 30 years. Pinyon is a purpose-driven firm that does work which matters in the communities we live in. Our employee-owners are encouraged to drive their career paths toward their career goals, and we want you to be the next person to experience our welcoming culture where work is rewarding.
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About this PositionPinyon is seeking on-call Certified Asbestos Building Inspectors to provide as-needed field support for soil-disturbing construction and redevelopment projects across the Denver Metro area and greater Colorado. This is a field-focused role supporting active construction sites, where you'll be the on-site regulatory compliance presence for our clients during earthwork involving Regulated Asbestos Contaminated Soil (RACS) and other materials of concern.
Work is dispatched on an as-needed basis tied to client project schedules. Ideal candidates are self-directed, comfortable working independently on active construction sites, and have the flexibility to respond to short-notice field assignments.
Essential Responsibilities- Provide on-site oversight of solid waste removal - which may or may not contain RACS - and handling during soil-disturbing activities in accordance with CDPHE Air Pollution Control Division requirements and Section 5.5 of the Colorado Solid Waste Regulations
- Although not required, it is preferred if the candidate has relevant certifications as a certified Air Monitoring Specialist
- Implement and document Materials Management Plan (MMP) oversight on active construction sites, including soil screening, stockpile management observation, and documentation of non- asbestos-containing material (ACM) of concern
- Perform pre-demolition and pre-renovation ACM inspections in accordance with CDPHE Regulation No. 8, including bulk sampling, chain-of-custody management, and inspection reporting
- Conduct lead-based paint (LBP) inspections and sampling in accordance with EPA and HUD protocols
- Coordinate directly with contractors, project managers, and regulators on site to communicate findings and compliance requirements
- Collect, label, and submit samples to accredited laboratories; review laboratory results and draft field summaries and formal inspection reports
- Maintain accurate field documentation, photo logs, and daily field reports
- Conduct all sampling and field work in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and Pinyon's internal QA/QC procedures
- Some travel within Colorado is required; majority of work is in the Denver Metro area
- Current Colorado Certified Asbestos Building Inspector (CDPHE APCD certification); although not required, current Air Monitoring Specialist certification is desirable
- Qualified to perform RACS oversight in accordance with Colorado state requirements (CDPHE APCD and Section 5.5 of the Colorado Solid Waste Regulations)
- If qualified as an Air Monitoring Specialist, experience in identifying a Regulated Work Area with associated air monitoring experience is desirable
- Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification with annual refresher (Pinyon will provide recertification if needed)
- Ability to work independently on active construction sites and respond to on-call dispatch on short notice
- Capacity to work outdoors in all seasons through various kinds of weather
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to reach field sites throughout Colorado
- Employment is contingent upon passing a background check
- EPA- or HUD-certified Lead-Based Paint Inspector or Risk Assessor
- Colorado Air Monitoring Specialist (AMS) certification
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental…
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