Technician, Industrial Hygiene

Job title: Technician, Industrial Hygiene

About the Role The Industrial Hygiene Technician will support managers and employees in implementing programs and procedures toward continuous improvements and excellence in health, safety, security and environmental performance across Aecon projects.

What You'll Do

• Performing physical, biological and chemical hazard assessments and ensure compliance with relevant procedures, programs, standards and/or regulations
• Performing IH related field sampling and testing of physical, biological and chemical stressors including but not limited to: asbestos, silica, lead, mercury, mould, noise, non-ionizing radiation, and extreme temperature
• Recommending, implementing and monitoring required engineering controls, work practice, personal protective equipment and respirators to eliminate or reduce physical, biological and chemical exposures
• Performing Confined Space Initial Hazard Assessments/Confined Space Entry Surveys and ensure surveys comply with the relevant analytical and interpretation documentation
• Arranging and/or performing compressor and breathing air quality surveys (direct reading instruments and analytical techniques), and ventilation surveys including fume hood testing
• Providing line managers and employees with survey reports indicating the results, field observations and recommendations (control measures, PPE and respiratory protection needs if relevant)
• Providing additional support to facilities on IH related matters as required
• Acting as the liaison with internal customers and contractors to ensure IH needs are addressed and met
• Supporting the implementation of IH policies, programs and procedures
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of Safety Data Sheets, chemical Inventories and exposure databases

Compensation & Benefits Aecon emphasizes safety, integrity, accountability and inclusion as core values. The company supports employee well-being and development through programs like Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs. Benefits focus on mental, emotional and physical well-being, with a commitment to creating inclusive work environments and partnerships with Veteran groups to harness collective strengths. Aecon also stresses responsible risk, safety and environmental management across projects and communities.