Environmental (Hazardous) Materials Technologist

Project Technologist

Hazardous Materials

Kenora, ON

Today is the day to boost your career! Pinchin is seeking a Project Technologist to join our Hazardous Materials team in our Kenora, ON office.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Project Technologist will conduct effective worker exposure and workplace monitoring, safety inspections and audits. You will assist in developing various types of hygiene, health and safety documentation, prepare technical reports and liaise with clients to ensure their needs and goals are met.

A Day in the life of a Project Technologist at Pinchin:

• Manage time of projects effectively and efficiently
• Liaise with clients and sub-contractors to ensure health, safety and hygiene needs are addressed and met
• Conduct field work, including visits to sites and supervise remediation activities
• Conduct site investigations – asbestos, mould, mercury, PCBs, lead etc.
• Interpret and analyze sample results in relation to legislative requirements and industry-accepted guidelines
• Prepare technical reports
• Coordinate and supervise sub-contractors
• Develop and maintain positive client relationships

What you bring to the Pinchin team:

• Familiarity with building systems (structure, envelope, HVAC, electrical, plumbing etc.) an asset
• Entry level to two years of experience
• Experience reading and interpreting architectural drawings an asset
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products
• Related Post-secondary education an asset
• Knowledge of environmental and health and safety legislation/guidelines
• Experience working with environmental monitoring equipment an asset
• C.E.T. or related designations will be considered an asset
• Hazardous Materials, Indoor Environmental Quality, and OHS industry experience an asset
• Strong communication and organizational skills with an ability to follow detailed instructions
• Availability to work outside our core business hours and rotational weekends
• Excellent technical report writing skills
• Vehicle, valid driver’s license, and insurance as travel around the designated region is required

What’s in it for you:

Of course, we offer competitive salaries and great benefits, but what makes Pinchin stand out from the crowd? Above all else, we care about our employees and the world around us! Our employees enjoy mentoring and career development programs, opportunities for community involvement including many environmental initiatives, a casual dress code, paid personal days, three weeks’ paid vacation to start, reimbursement for association membership dues, a wellness spending account, social activities, team building events, corporate hotel rates and much more! All of this and more in an inclusive, dynamic work environment! Take a look to see all Pinchin has to offer: Pinchin Benefits

Please note that our recruitment process may involve online testing, depending on the position. As an employee of Pinchin, you will be required by our clients to undergo security clearances and, periodically, drug and alcohol testing in order to gain access to certain job sites. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Pinchin however, only those selected to continue will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, selected candidates for operations positions will be required to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 in order to meet client vaccination mandate requirements.

** No agency phone calls please**

Why Pinchin?

At Pinchin, our employees are the heart of our business. If you’re ready to build on your technical and project management skills, we have the resources and subject matter experts to support your career growth. We provide a dynamic and forward-thinking culture that is based on integrity, respect, social responsibility and a passion for learning.

About Us

Pinchin Ltd. is a multidisciplinary consulting firm that provides a wide range of engineering, building sciences, geosciences, environmental, and occupational health and safety solutions across Canada. We are committed to employment practices that promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us.

Working together, making things better!