Industrial Hygienist Jobs in Colorado

Industrial Hygienist jobs in Colorado are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in oil and gas extraction, mining, construction, and aerospace manufacturing across the Front Range and western slope. Denver, Pueblo, and Grand Junction are the largest hiring metros, anchored by well-known employers like Suncor Energy, Freeport-McMoRan, and Lockheed Martin Space. The most in-demand specialties are exposure monitoring, chemical hazard assessment, and respiratory protection programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles9
Top employerPlanate Management
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring6
Work type67% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Industrial Hygienist/ Occupational Technician
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Industrial Hygienist/ Occupational Technician
Pinyon Environmental
Denver, Colorado
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Environmental Science
$30 - $50/hr
Asbestos Certification
51-200

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Principal Industrial Hygienist
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Principal Industrial Hygienist
Xcel Energy
Henderson, Colorado
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
$98k - $139k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in business

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Associate Industrial Hygienist
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Associate Industrial Hygienist
WSP
Lakewood, Colorado
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$61k - $86k/yr
Master's degree

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Industrial Hygienist
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Industrial Hygienist
UCHealth
Aurora, Colorado
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
$36.19 - $54.28/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Industrial Hygienist (Grand Junction, CO)
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Industrial Hygienist (Grand Junction, CO)
Planate Management Group
Grand Junction, Colorado
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
201-500

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Industrial Hygienist Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Denver
4 jobs
Aurora
1 job
Lakewood
1 job
Henderson
1 job
Grand Junction
1 job
Colorado Springs
1 job

Industrial Hygienist Job Market in Colorado

A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Planate Management3 open roles
Pinyon Environmental2 open roles
WSP1 open role

What Colorado Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in industrial hygienist jobs across Colorado.

  • CIH certification from the American Board of Industrial Hygiene preferred or required
  • Bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, occupational health, chemistry, or engineering
  • Experience conducting air monitoring, sampling, and exposure assessments in field settings
  • Familiarity with OSHA and EPA regulations applicable to Colorado extraction and construction industries
  • Proficiency with industrial hygiene sampling equipment and data analysis software
  • Strong written communication skills for regulatory reports and corrective action documentation

Industrial Hygienist Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a industrial hygienist in Colorado?

Colorado does not issue a state-specific industrial hygienist license, so the recognized professional credential is the Certified Industrial Hygienist designation awarded by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene. Most Colorado employers require or prefer a bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, environmental health, chemistry, or a closely related field as a starting point. Candidates typically accumulate supervised field experience before sitting for the CIH exam, and many begin in entry-level safety technician or occupational health assistant roles at Colorado mining, oil and gas, or construction employers.

Which companies hire industrial hygienists in Colorado?

Employers hiring industrial hygienists in Colorado right now include Planate Management, Pinyon Environmental, and WSP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's energy extraction, aerospace, and large-scale construction sectors drive consistent year-round demand for the role.

Which Colorado cities have the most industrial hygienist jobs?

Denver, Aurora, and Lakewood are the Colorado cities with the most industrial hygienist openings. Denver draws the highest volume because of its concentration of corporate safety departments, aerospace facilities, and construction activity, while Pueblo and Grand Junction see strong demand tied to steel manufacturing and oil and gas extraction operations that require on-site hygienists.

Are there remote industrial hygienist jobs in Colorado?

Yes, but they're rare. About 67% of industrial hygienist openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the work involves on-site sampling, equipment monitoring, and facility inspections that cannot be done from home. The portions of the role most suited to remote work are data analysis, report writing, and regulatory compliance review.

How can I get hired as a industrial hygienist in Colorado with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a safety technician or environmental health assistant position, which Colorado mining companies, oil and gas operators, and large construction contractors hire for without requiring a CIH credential. Employers like Freeport-McMoRan and major Front Range construction firms regularly bring on candidates with a relevant bachelor's degree to support senior hygienists in the field. Pursuing the Industrial Hygiene in Training designation from the American Board of Industrial Hygiene signals commitment and gives candidates a concrete credential edge while they accumulate the hours needed for full CIH eligibility.

Where can I find and apply to industrial hygienist jobs in Colorado?

You can find and apply to industrial hygienist jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the employer through each listing.

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