Laboratory Coordinator jobs in Columbia, SC

Position Summary:

Your role as an Environmental Staff Professional will put you at the forefront of projects that are transforming communities. You will be supporting the Environmental Managers with collection and documentation of field data, analysis and interpretation of sampling results and preparation of environmental reports. With various environmental testing projects, you will gain the knowledge and experience necessary to take your skills to the next level.

Job Responsibilities:

• Travel to various job sites in a company provided vehicle
• Conduct various environmental tasks including: asbestos inspections, air monitoring, soil & groundwater sampling, SWPPP Inspections, soil-gas sampling, soil boring and well installation, Phase I & Phase II environmental site assessments, underground storage tank removals and closures, erosion and sediment control inspecting, lead, radon and mold testing and investigation, NEPA/Wetlands reporting and building condition assessments
• Collect field sample data
• Provide support to Environmental Managers
• Assist to develop and manage projects
• Create and update reports
• Schedule project testing and additional field work
• Complete accurate and detailed field-testing reports and/or diagrams
• Maintain communication with technicians, contractors and other project managers
• Other duties as assigned

This position offers career advancement such as paid certifications and training.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments
• 25-75% travel and field work and the remainder of time will be in the office or lab
• Travel primarily within the Mid-Atlantic region (GA, NC, SC and VA) will be required for this position
• Field work on outside construction sites involving long-term standing, sitting and repetitive motions
• Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant and peripheral vision, depth vision and ability to focus), smell, hear and touch (use your hands to reach, climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit)
• Use of respirator and/or other PPE
• Ability to climb a ladder higher than 10 feet as needed
• Ability to access and work in crawlspaces and attics as needed
• Travel is expected, including potential overnights. Some weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required. You may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day. Per diems may be granted, based on travel.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move/shake 40-100lbs. as needed

• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: BS or BA in Environmental Science, Geology or Engineering
• Required: 2-6 years Environmental experience
• Preferred: experience conducting Phase I/Phase II site assessments, NEPA/Wetlands reporting, building condition assessments
• Preferred: valid certifications in Asbestos, Mold, Lead Base Pain, Radon and/or SWPPP inspections
• Ability to read, write and use technology including phone and computer