Industrial Hygienist (Il)

Industrial Hygienist

Gallagher Bassett is the premier provider of global claims, loss control, and risk management consulting services, dedicated to exceptional customer service and demonstrably superior outcomes. GB helps people, teams and businesses overcome adversity and loss through the guiding expertise of our professionals, all committed to going beyond expectations in the continuous pursuit of a better way.

Gallagher Bassett Technical Services is seeking a qualified environmental, health, and safety (EHS) professional to become a valued member of our Industrial Hygiene/Safety & Health team.  The ideal candidate for this position must be a proactively motivated individual with the ability to manage projects and deliver quality consulting services with minor supervision.

Position Summary:

• Position reports to the Manager – Industrial Hygiene Services located in the Chicago metro area.
• Anticipated 50+% travel nationwide for on-site Client service with balance as remote worker performing report preparation, planning, and coordination for other projects.
• Complete industrial hygiene/occupational safety investigations, indoor air quality and other exposure monitoring in a variety of industrial and commercial business sectors.  Understand and apply industrial hygiene, indoor air quality, and environmental building investigation techniques.
• Familiarity with occupational and environmental regulations and guidelines and workplace hazard controls; and ability to provide recommendations to reduce potential workplace hazards.
• Prepare training materials and conduct classroom and online training sessions.

Required:

• 1- 3 years of documented occupational health and safety experience including use of exposure monitoring equipment and techniques. Experience working with and knowledge of federal and state regulations expected. Experience with environmental compliance regulations a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in science-related field with effective written and oral communication skills.
• Computer competency in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Position requires on-site service to clients, therefore applicants must have:

• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to negotiate client properties, which could entail climbing, lifting, sitting, standing, and walking.  

• Ability to handle equipment case of at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to pass a medical clearance physical to wear a respirator.
  • Available on occasion for off-shift and weekend work or other field investigations which will require travel by car and overnight stays.

Desired:

• On path to meet qualifications as Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) by the Board of Global EHS Credentialing and/or the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (CSP),
• State of Illinois Asbestos, Lead, Mold, Radon, IAQ or other Professional Licenses or Certifications
• Bi-lingual or multi-lingual communication skills.
• Located in the Chicago metro area preferred.

Work Traits:

• Ability to work independently to deliver on a timely basis with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills to participate in multiple projects at a time and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret collected data and apply appropriate occupational standards and offer recommendations for improvement
• Strong understanding of regulatory, professional, and industry standards and practices.
• Good customer service focus
• Ability to work with/respective GBTS team to produce superior outcomes for our clients

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