Environmental Health Specialist

Job Details

Job Location:

PORTLAND, OR 97224

Salary Range: $22.00 - $25.00 Hourly

At FACS, our mission is to make environments safer and healthier for the people who live and work in them. As one of the nation's leading environmental health consulting firms, we help organizations protect their people, assets, and communities. We are built on purpose, partnership, and performance—delivering measurable impact with every client engagement.

• People First:
  Support our team and clients, promote professional growth, and value collaboration.
• Integrity of the Science:
  Deliver accurate, reliable results through objective, evidence-based practices.
• Client Relationships for Life:
  Build long-term partnerships and help clients address environmental health challenges.

At FACS, your work contributes directly to safer, healthier communities. Ranked "Best Places to Work" for five consecutive years, we invest in your success through training, mentorship, and support for professional certifications—so you can grow, thrive, and build a career with lasting impact.

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• Impact:
  Contribute meaningful work that empowers teams and drives results across the organization.
• Culture:
  Thrive in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and mission-driven environment where your work matters.
• Growth:
  Innovate, develop your skills, and help shape the future of how we operate and deliver on our mission.
• Visibility:
  Partner directly with leadership and cross-functional teams to make a real difference.

The Environmental Health Specialist will support public health and well-being by conducting field work and assessments for various environmental and industrial hygiene projects. You will leverage your ability to maintain client relationships, while building and maintaining strong technical and field experience. This is a fulfilling and challenging role for those who enjoy hands‑on work and making a positive impact in the health and safety of our communities.

Our ideal candidate has strong attention to detail and punctuality, positive work ethic, enjoys rolling up their sleeves to get the job done, and is open to learning beyond their comfort zone.

• Carry out and execute field projects as assigned by Project Manager(s).
• Maintain regular communication with Project Manager(s) to exchange project updates and technical information; report progress and seek guidance as needed.
• Receive project information from Project Manager(s) and ensure full understanding of the scope of work.
• Follow established protocols for data collection, sample collection, and documentation.
• Perform field data collection across a variety of projects to support analysis.
• Gather required tools and equipment for project work and consult Project Manager(s) when additional direction is needed.
• Prepare detailed field notes, compile data, and summarize findings.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative demeanor when interacting with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders at project sites.
• Actively participate in training and professional development opportunities to strengthen technical skills and knowledge in Industrial Hygiene practices.

• High School diploma or equivalent is required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field is a plus.
• Must be able to drive locally to client sites and have a clean driving record. Occasional travel may be required.
• Physical ability to stoop, kneel, climb, crawl and access a variety of different areas to collect samples.
• Must have a clean background check.
• Strong written and verbal communication for data entry and reporting.

• Ability to lift equipment and instruments up to 50lbs.
• Ability to pass annual physicals and respirator fit test exams required by OSHA.
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed by project.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer for documentation and reporting.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.

Competitive base salary with performance-based…