EH&S - Entry-Level Field Technician

• Department:
  Environmental Health & Safety Consulting
• Compensation: USD 37.8 - USD 42.3 - hourly

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

J.S. Held is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Environmental Scientist to join our Industrial Hygiene & Built Environment practice in Los Angeles. This role involves performing field-based environmental testing, hazardous material assessments, and supporting remediation and compliance projects across a variety of client sites.

The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience in asbestos, lead, and mold assessment, strong documentation skills, and a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance in dynamic field environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct on‑site environmental monitoring and inspections for hazardous materials including asbestos, lead, and mold.
• Perform air sampling, bulk sampling, and surface sampling in accordance with regulatory standards and project requirements.
• Support indoor air quality (IAQ) assessments, including moisture mapping and environmental condition evaluations.
• Complete daily field documentation, including reports, photographs, and chain‑of‑custody forms to maintain defensible project records.
• Assist with abatement oversight, including final visual inspections and clearance air sampling.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state (e.g., CDPH, OSHA), and local regulations governing hazardous materials and worker safety.
• Maintain and calibrate field equipment and adhere to strict health and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with project managers and industrial hygienists to support project execution and client deliverables.
• Contribute to team knowledge sharing and support onboarding or training initiatives when applicable.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Kinesiology, or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in industrial hygiene, environmental consulting, or hazardous materials fieldwork.
• Knowledge of asbestos, lead, and mold inspection and sampling techniques.
• Familiarity with air sampling methods and laboratory coordination procedures.
• Ability to work independently in the field and travel to project sites throughout the Los Angeles area.
• Strong attention to detail and clear written documentation skills.
• Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST).
• Valid Driver’s License.

Preferred

• NIOSH 582 (or equivalent)
• OSHA 40‑Hour HAZWOPER certification

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Sitting limited to lunch, breaks and driving.
• A number of duties performed on feet.
• Walking may be back and forth all day long over terrains that range from flat to hilly, rough and slippery.
• Able to carry equipment as much as 50 lbs unassisted.
• Must be able to use hand and fingers to pick up objects, turn on regulators, insert earplugs, use hand tools.
• Push or pull items.
• Able to reach above head.
• Able to bend at the knee.
• Able to climb ladders to reach high areas or down into tanks or excavations.
• Able to wear a self‑contained breathing apparatus.
• Able to squat kneel or crouch in confined spaces when necessary.
• Must be able to hear warning signals from vehicles, radio transmissions, alarm bells, air leaks etc.
• Able to taste and smell to detect warning properties of hazardous chemicals.
• Able to detect burning sensations on skin etc.
• Vision must be correctable to…