Green Card Certified Industrial Hygienist Jobs
Certified Industrial Hygienist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer files on your behalf to establish permanent residency. Demand for CIH-credentialed professionals in manufacturing, construction, and energy sectors makes sponsorship a realistic path for qualified foreign candidates.
Find Green Card Certified Industrial Hygienist JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 23+ Certified Industrial Hygienist jobs
See all Certified Industrial Hygienist Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Certified Industrial Hygienist roles.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Are you, or someone you know, looking for a career in building sciences and industrial hygiene (asbestos, mold, lead-based paint, etc.)? If you’re eager to learn and grow your environmental career with a top environmental firm, then join our team today as an Industrial Hygiene Technician!
The ideal candidate is passionate about protecting public health and the environment, willing to acquire necessary certifications for asbestos and lead inspections and can use a microscope.
Terracon is seeking a Field Industrial Hygienist to join our team in the East San Francisco Bay Area, (Concord) CA. This position would be part of a very skilled team that performs airborne chemical monitoring, noise assessments, indoor air quality surveys, asbestos and lead in building materials investigations, safety audits, and other activities. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible, and personable individual with an eye for detail, a willingness to learn, and a desire to be part of a growing and high-performing team. This is a project-focused position. Terracon is an employee-owned organization that creates earth-to-sky solutions with relatable people all working to protect our resources, our health, and our future!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will be primarily based in Concord and provide support for projects in the entire San Francisco Bay area and occasionally elsewhere throughout the state.
You will conduct initial building inspections, asbestos and lead abatement oversight, and assist project managers with industrial hygiene inspections. You will evaluate sampling results, prepare risk assessment reports, and develop recommendations to correct and improve the environment. The position also entails presenting and communicating findings and report recommendations to clients. In addition, you will support in environmental services such as Phase I Assessments, Limited Site Investigations, and regulatory compliance, as needed.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Performing building inspections for asbestos-containing materials in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
- Sampling of painted coatings (via paint chip or XRF) in commercial and industrial settings.
- Performing indoor air quality assessments and other industrial hygiene assessments such as worker exposure monitoring complying with Cal/OSHA regulations.
- Performing air monitoring and visual inspections during asbestos and lead abatement projects.
- Calibrating, cleaning and maintaining field monitoring equipment, such as sampling devices, and microscopes.
- Following safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participating in pre-task planning. Reporting any safety issues or concerns to management. Candidate will be required to adhere to strict company health and safety standards.
- May serve as team member or participate in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
- Ability to climb ladders, lift/carry equipment (generally up to 50 lbs.), stand for long periods of time.
- Responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related science field.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
- NIOSH 582 Certification
- DOSH Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) or Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC)
- CDPH Lead Sampling Technician, Lead Inspector/Assessor and/or Lead Project Monitor
COMPENSATION
- Minimum Salary: $32.83
- Maximum Salary: $45.83
The salary range for this position is provided in compliance with all local/state regulations. Terracon considers factors including, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate work experience, work location, education/training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
About us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we’re at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
INTRODUCTION
Are you, or someone you know, looking for a career in building sciences and industrial hygiene (asbestos, mold, lead-based paint, etc.)? If you’re eager to learn and grow your environmental career with a top environmental firm, then join our team today as an Industrial Hygiene Technician!
The ideal candidate is passionate about protecting public health and the environment, willing to acquire necessary certifications for asbestos and lead inspections and can use a microscope.
Terracon is seeking a Field Industrial Hygienist to join our team in the East San Francisco Bay Area, (Concord) CA. This position would be part of a very skilled team that performs airborne chemical monitoring, noise assessments, indoor air quality surveys, asbestos and lead in building materials investigations, safety audits, and other activities. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible, and personable individual with an eye for detail, a willingness to learn, and a desire to be part of a growing and high-performing team. This is a project-focused position. Terracon is an employee-owned organization that creates earth-to-sky solutions with relatable people all working to protect our resources, our health, and our future!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will be primarily based in Concord and provide support for projects in the entire San Francisco Bay area and occasionally elsewhere throughout the state.
You will conduct initial building inspections, asbestos and lead abatement oversight, and assist project managers with industrial hygiene inspections. You will evaluate sampling results, prepare risk assessment reports, and develop recommendations to correct and improve the environment. The position also entails presenting and communicating findings and report recommendations to clients. In addition, you will support in environmental services such as Phase I Assessments, Limited Site Investigations, and regulatory compliance, as needed.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Performing building inspections for asbestos-containing materials in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
- Sampling of painted coatings (via paint chip or XRF) in commercial and industrial settings.
- Performing indoor air quality assessments and other industrial hygiene assessments such as worker exposure monitoring complying with Cal/OSHA regulations.
- Performing air monitoring and visual inspections during asbestos and lead abatement projects.
- Calibrating, cleaning and maintaining field monitoring equipment, such as sampling devices, and microscopes.
- Following safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participating in pre-task planning. Reporting any safety issues or concerns to management. Candidate will be required to adhere to strict company health and safety standards.
- May serve as team member or participate in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
- Ability to climb ladders, lift/carry equipment (generally up to 50 lbs.), stand for long periods of time.
- Responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related science field.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
- NIOSH 582 Certification
- DOSH Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) or Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC)
- CDPH Lead Sampling Technician, Lead Inspector/Assessor and/or Lead Project Monitor
COMPENSATION
- Minimum Salary: $32.83
- Maximum Salary: $45.83
The salary range for this position is provided in compliance with all local/state regulations. Terracon considers factors including, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate work experience, work location, education/training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
About us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we’re at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
See all Green Card Certified Industrial Hygienist Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Green Card Certified Industrial Hygienist Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Certified Industrial Hygienist
Align your CIH credential with PERM requirements
PERM requires your employer to document that the job duties genuinely require your specific qualifications. A CIH credential combined with a degree in industrial hygiene, occupational health, or a related field strengthens the minimum requirements definition and reduces audit risk.
Target industries with recurring PERM filing patterns
Manufacturing, petrochemical, construction, and federal contracting firms sponsor industrial hygienists most frequently. Search OFLC PERM disclosure data by SOC code 29-9011 to identify employers who have certified hygienist roles before, then focus your applications there.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Certified Industrial Hygienist roles by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. This cuts the time spent researching which companies will actually support a PERM filing versus those that won't.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility before your offer
If the role requires a master's degree or you hold an advanced degree, negotiate for EB-2 classification, which skips PERM's wage-level constraints for advanced-degree professionals. EB-3 works for bachelor's-level positions but typically involves longer priority date waits for high-demand countries.
Confirm your employer uses E-Verify before accepting
Federal contractors and many large industrial employers must use E-Verify for employment authorization. Confirming your prospective employer is already enrolled avoids delays once USCIS approves your I-140 and you move toward adjustment of status.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify your prevailing wage tier
PERM requires your offered wage to meet or exceed the prevailing wage DOL certifies for your location and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC 29-9011 in your target metro before negotiations so you can identify whether your offer will satisfy DOL's wage requirements.
Green Card Certified Industrial Hygienist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Certified Industrial Hygienist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Certified Industrial Hygienist positions can qualify for either category depending on how the employer defines the role. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, safety, or a related field. EB-2 applies when the position requires a master's degree or equivalent advanced credentials. Your employer's attorney drafts the job description to match the appropriate category, so the framing of minimum requirements matters significantly.
How is the PERM green card process different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary status with a two-year initial period and lottery risk for cap-subject petitions. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual lottery and no cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The PERM process is slower, often taking 12 to 24 months from labor certification through I-140 approval, but the outcome is a path to lawful permanent residency rather than repeated visa renewals.
How do I find employers who will actually sponsor a green card for this position?
Most job postings don't specify green card sponsorship, so identifying willing employers requires research. Migrate Mate filters Certified Industrial Hygienist listings by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you can focus on companies already familiar with the PERM process rather than educating a first-time sponsor from scratch.
What role does the CIH credential play in a PERM application?
The ABIH's CIH certification is an industry-recognized professional credential, but PERM's minimum requirements must be tied to education and experience rather than professional certifications alone. Your employer can list CIH certification as a preferred or required qualification in the job description, which helps demonstrate the specialized nature of the role and supports an EB-2 advanced-degree classification if combined with a relevant master's degree.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on an H-1B or OPT?
Yes. PERM labor certification can run concurrently with active H-1B or OPT employment. Many employers begin PERM filings early to lock in a priority date, since processing at DOL currently takes 12 to 18 months for standard applications. Filing early protects against future backlogs, particularly for candidates from countries like India or China where EB-3 priority dates move slowly.