Occupational Health and Safety Technician - Barrie, Ontario

Position Description

Safetech Environmental Limited is currently seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team to support the continued growth of our Barrie Office while also supporting our head office in Mississauga. Reporting to the Regional Manager for Central and Northern Ontario, the successful candidate will be responsible for completing fieldwork and reporting associated with a variety of disciplines including hazardous building materials, mould and water damage, indoor air quality and occupational hygiene. This entry-level position is an excellent opportunity to get hands-on field experience in a variety of environments while learning to communicate with project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct field work and reporting for Designated Substances and Hazardous Materials Surveys including the identification, assessment, and sampling of materials such as asbestos, lead, silica, and mould;

  • Complete indoor air quality assessments in residential, commercial, institutional and industrial settings;

  • Prepare scopes of work for remediation of asbestos, lead, and mould;

  • Provide inspections of remediation work areas and give direction to remediation/abatement contractors to ensure compliance with appropriate standards, guidelines, regulations, and prescribed scope of work;

  • Conduct air monitoring for asbestos and analysis of air samples by phase contrast microscopy (PCM);

  • Conduct post-abatement inspections and sampling;

  • Prepare Project Close-Out reports; and

  • Conduct fieldwork and reporting for occupational hygiene exposure assessment projects.

Requirements

  • Post-secondary education in Engineering Technology, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Able to work flexible hours (after hours, weekends, holidays).

  • Able to commute between Barrie (and surrounding areas) and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

  • Must have a valid G driver's license and own transportation.

  • Good computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office and Google Docs.

  • Able to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

  • Experience using Bluebeam or other architectural drawing software considered an asset.

  • Previous experience in environmental consulting considered an asset.

  • Knowledge of building construction and pertinent regulations/guidelines considered an asset.

  • Job Type: Full-time

  • Pay: $24.00-$26.00 per hour

  • Additional pay:

  • Bonus pay

  • Overtime pay

Benefits

  • Casual dress

  • Company events

  • Dental care

  • Disability insurance

  • Employee assistance program

  • Extended health care

  • Life insurance

  • Paid time off

  • RRSP match

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Work from home

  • Flexible language requirement:

    French not required

  • Schedule:

    Monday to Friday

    On call

    Overtime

    Weekends as needed

  • Education:

    DCS / DEC (preferred)

  • Experience:

    environmental consulting: 1 year (preferred)

  • Licence/Certification:

    G class driver's licence (required)

  • Work Location: On the road

Email Employment@safetechenv.com with your resume and cover letter or submit the following form.