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Now Hiring: Environmental Scientist / Asbestos Inspector – Environmental Compliance

Pay Rate: $30–$35/hour

About the Role

Join a growing environmental team working on high-impact NYC agency projects. We’re hiring for a hybrid role that combines responsibilities of an Environmental Scientist and Asbestos Inspector, ideal for professionals passionate about public health, environmental compliance, and fieldwork.

Key Responsibilities

+ Conduct environmental field investigations, sampling, and inspections.

+ Perform lead-based paint and asbestos inspections in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

+ Prepare detailed inspection reports and project documentation.

+ Ensure compliance with EPA, HUD, NYS Department of Health, and other regulatory standards.

+ Assist in project planning, data evaluation, and report preparation under senior staff guidance.

+ Maintain accurate field records and communicate findings to project managers and clients.

+ Adhere to health, safety, and quality standards during field operations.

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, or related field.

+ 2+ years of field or lab experience in environmental inspections.

+ 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification (required).

+ Current NYS Asbestos Inspector or EPA Lead Inspector license (in good standing).

+ Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

+ Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Familiarity with lead-safe work practices and environmental sampling methods.

+ Experience using field inspection software and data collection tools.

+ NYS Asbestos Inspector certification (if not already held).

Employee Value Proposition

+ Career Growth: Path to supervisory roles.

+ Mentorship: Learn from staff with deep industry experience.

+ Client Exposure: Work with federal and city-level clients.

+ Culture: Fun, collaborative team with regular outings and happy hours.

+ Support: Certification costs covered during your first week of training.

+ Location: Beautiful Midtown office with easy access to field sites.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.