Environmental Building Sciences Field Technician

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we're building more than a consulting and engineering firm-we're creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you'll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to grow, we're focused on building a team of high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, and push what's possible. At Apex, you don't just join a company, you help shape what comes next.

Our Northeast Division is a well-respected and award-winning group where career development, training, and mentoring co-exist with diverse civil, environmental, water resources, and traffic/transportation projects in a fast-paced and rewarding work environment. We are seeking a dynamic Environmental Building Sciences Field Technician to join our team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct hazardous materials surveys, including asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, other hazardous materials, and indoor air quality.
• Provide oversight of contaminated site remediation and hazardous building materials abatement.
• Prepare field notes, photographs, and perform analysis and interpretation of field and analytical data.
• Prepare technical reports for hazardous materials for site assessments.
• Support emergency response services, communicate and collaborate with others, manage workloads and records, implement health & safety policies, and travel.

What We're Looking For

• BA/BS in Environmental Science, or related field, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• 2+ years of experience in the Industrial Hygiene / Hazardous Building Materials industry.
• Asbestos, Lead, and/or 40‑hr HAZWOPER certification required
• Proficient in MS Office and other commonly used computer programs preferred.
• Familiarity with State Superfund and applicable federal and state regulations preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and technical writing skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong safety mindset and record of safe work practices.

Work Environment & Schedule:

• Willingness to conduct asbestos, lead, and mold surveys, remediation monitoring, exposure monitoring, and specialized industrial hygiene projects.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced environments, various weather conditions, climb stairs/ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to travel up to 90% regionally and work nights or weekends as needed.
• Valid driver's license, good driving history, and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to wear a respirator, safety harness, and required PPE.

Why you'll love working for us:

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

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Apex Job Title: Scientist 2 - Project Scientist

Req ID: 11437

Annual Expected Pay Range

$65,000 - $85,000 USD

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