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INTRODUCTION

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Industrial Hygienist to join our Mining Industrial Hygiene practice. The position will provide technical support on a variety of industrial hygiene (IH) and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) projects, primarily industrial hygiene assessment planning, fieldwork participation, and sampling, reporting, and client communication. This position will be based out of Lakewood, CO office. The following locations will also be considered: Phoenix, AZ and Tucson, AZ. #GlobalMining

The position is anticipated to require periodic travel within the United States for work at client sites. The individual should expect to spend approximately 50% of their time at client sites. Amount of out of town travel would depend on hiring location and could reach 50% of time. This individual should be able to conduct assessments at industrial facilities, including climbing ladders, walking up stairs, and carrying field equipment.

You will be involved in projects within our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. As an Associate Industrial Hygienist with WSP, you will grow your career on a variety of project types. Our clients are mainly from the mining industry but can also include other industries such as renewable energy, manufacturing, transportation, industrial/commercial, rail and local government agencies. You will be involved in a variety of projects from long-term endeavors with established project teams, to short-term, quick-turn projects with self-driven groups and individuals. Our goal at WSP is to help you succeed by using your expertise and fostering additional abilities to integrate you into our team as you develop your technical and management skills.

Your Impact

• Take the lead in IH-related field assignments such as performing industrial hygiene monitoring, noise assessments, hazardous materials surveying and abatement monitoring, indoor air quality assessments, chemical inventory assessments, ergonomics assessments, job hazard assessments, and similar assignments.
• Assist senior staff in conducting EHS audits and EHS program development.
• Collect and document field data and observations in a clear and organized manner utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment and workspace monitoring equipment.
• Analyze, evaluate, and interpret field and analytical data obtained during field investigations.
• Evaluate findings, make recommendations, and prepare written and verbal reports. Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations.
• Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, field/work site notes, and software.
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering or Safety Engineering, or other related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of experience working as an Industrial Hygienist.
• Proficiency with IH sampling techniques and equipment.
• Familiar with relevant occupational health and safety laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• An interest in pursuing professional certification or license (CSP, CIH, PE, CHMM or equivalent) is desirable.
• Working knowledge of OSHA and MSHA environmental laws and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
• Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Applicants must be able to work in locations that feature the rough terrain typical of mine sites and to enter and work within facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities.
• Must have strong analytical skills and be able to solve problems independently, using knowledge gained from increasing experience.
• Self-sufficient, self-motivated and ability to work under pressure of deadlines.
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace health and safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Public Health, Industrial Hygiene, or Safety Engineering, or other related discipline.
• Experience with mining and industry settings and other manufacturing environments.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $65,300 - $95,600

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.