Occupational Health and Safety Technician - Insurance and Disaster Restoration Group

Position Description

Reporting to the Project Managers (PMs/Sr. PMs) and Project Coordinators (PCs) of the Insurance and Disaster Restoration (I&DR) Group, the Occupational Health & Safety Technician (OHST) is required to conduct field work to identify and assess building‐related damage (such as water damage, mould contamination, sewage contamination, smoke/fire contamination, etc.) arising from a variety of catastrophic events (such as floods and fires) and other building‐related deficiencies. The OHST is also required to identify and assess building‐related designated substances (such as asbestos, lead, mercury and silica) where damaged/contaminated building materials may be disturbed or removed as part of the restoration process. Site inspections and air/surface sampling for identified contaminants and hazardous building materials during restoration/remediation projects is also performed by the OHST to confirm and document the effectiveness of restoration activities. The OHST is also responsible for generating technical reports associated with the completed field work, attending client‐related meetings and assisting Sr. PMs, PMs & PCs with various other activities as required and directed.

Essential Job Functions

  • Receive project assignments from Project Managers and Project Coordinators.

  • Conduct effective and accurate visual inspections, sample collection, on‐site testing, assessment and monitoring to evaluate site conditions in accordance with scope of work/proposal and as directed by PMs/PCs.

  • Perform assessment and sampling activities as per regulatory requirements, standards, guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and submit samples to independent laboratories, citing proper analysis and turnaround time and maintaining proper chain of custody.

  • Properly calibrate and use direct‐reading instruments and other sampling equipment as per instructions and SOPs to determine the extent of water damage, measure airborne/surface contamination levels and evaluate drying, etc. Maintain sampling equipment in clean condition and in good working order.

  • Prepare thorough written technical reports based on information gathered through field sampling and visual assessments based on SOPs, where available. Provide appropriate conclusions and recommendations based on interpretation of results in comparison to current regulatory limits, standards and guidelines.

  • Provide detailed and timely site inspection reports of site findings as per direction of Project Manager/Project Coordinator.

  • With guidance from the Project Manager/Project Coordinator, participate in site meetings and hold conversations with clients and restoration contractors to determine project needs and gather required project information.

  • Perform administrative duties, including keeping project folders up‐to‐date and organized, accurate and timely completion of timesheets/expenses and provision of required information to PMs/PCs for project invoicing.

Education and Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 2-year college Diploma in Environmental Building Sciences, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.

  • For those without a relevant educational background, relevant professional development courses will be required within the first year of employment.

  • Relevant certifications and experience considered an asset.

Ability Requirements

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Docs, BlueBeam, Adobe Acrobat, and Unanet A/E Clearview InFocus.

  • Good verbal and written communication skills.

  • Good technical competency in proper operation and use of various types of testing equipment.

  • Good working knowledge of various sampling methodologies and pertinent Health & Safety regulations, standards and guidelines.

  • Good time management, multi-tasking and organizational skills necessary to work on multiple projects concurrently.

  • Good initiative and self-motivation necessary to work with little direction.

  • Able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

  • Able to respond to emergencies and work evenings, weekends and holidays, when required.

Benefits:

  • Casual dress

  • Company events

  • Dental care

  • Disability insurance

  • Extended health care

  • Life insurance

  • On-site parking

  • RRSP match

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Wellness program

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