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Asbestos Inspector, Asbestos Project Manager, Asbestos Air Monitoring Technician, NIOSH 582 * Experience overseeing abatement contractors * Experience with Federal and State regulations related to ...

Must be a Michigan Accredited Asbestos Inspector and Certified Lead Inspector. * 3-5 years of experience with Industrial Hygiene. * A valid driver's license is required. * Ability to work in various ...

Asbestos Worker

Oregon City, OR · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Support the Asbestos Supervisor in conducting pre-work inspections and safety briefings. * Collaborate with team members to complete abatement projects on time and in compliance with all regulations.

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How much do asbestos inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for asbestos inspector in the United States is $28.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $34.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for an Asbestos Inspector, and who do they interact with?

A typical day for an Asbestos Inspector often involves traveling to various sites—such as schools, commercial buildings, or construction sites—to collect samples and conduct visual assessments for asbestos-containing materials. Inspectors collaborate with property owners, facility managers, environmental consultants, and sometimes construction or demolition crews. They spend time both in the field for inspections and in the office preparing detailed reports and documentation. Effective communication and teamwork are important, as inspectors often explain findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What is an Asbestos Inspector job?

An Asbestos Inspector is responsible for identifying and assessing asbestos-containing materials in buildings and structures. They conduct inspections, collect samples for laboratory analysis, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Inspectors help minimize health risks by providing recommendations for asbestos management and removal. Their work is crucial in protecting public health and ensuring environmental safety.

How much do asbestos inspectors make?

Asbestos inspectors in New York City typically earn between $50,000 and $80,000 annually, depending on experience, certifications, and the complexity of inspections. Entry-level inspectors may start at lower salaries, while experienced professionals with specialized training can earn higher wages. The job often requires knowledge of safety protocols, testing procedures, and regulatory compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Asbestos Inspector position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Asbestos Inspector, you need a solid understanding of hazardous materials, environmental regulations, and sampling procedures, typically supported by relevant certification such as EPA AHERA or state licensure. Familiarity with specialized equipment like air sampling pumps, polarized light microscopes, and digital reporting software is essential. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently are standout soft skills for this role. These qualifications ensure accurate asbestos detection, compliance with safety standards, and effective collaboration with clients and remediation teams.

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Infographic showing various Asbestos Inspector job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% In-person, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,434 per year, or $28.1 per hour.
Indoor Air Quality and Asbestos Professional

Indoor Air Quality and Asbestos Professional

Arcadis

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description:
Arcadis is seeking an experienced Industrial Hygiene (IH) and Safety Professional to join our team in Dallas, Texas. This will be a hybrid role with both field and office work, as well as client-facing activities. The role includes managing and conducting a wide variety of industrial hygiene projects in Texas and the southwest region of the United States primarily consisting of asbestos and other hazardous building materials, indoor air quality/mold, IH exposure monitoring, and report preparation. The position will require a current Texas Asbestos Inspector license and Mold Assessment Consultant license, and job specific training will be provided by Arcadis, as needed.
As a Consultant with Arcadis, you'll soon discover you can make a difference in our company by collaborating with staff and contributing to an interesting array of projects. You will be a key member of the Arcadis IH community of practice (CoP) that drives innovation and builds strong technical communities within the organization. This is a great opportunity to work with a dynamic team and gain experience in a wide variety of environmental projects for diverse market sectors. Your career growth is unlimited and will be driven by your skills and your passion for success.
This role will sit within the larger Global Resilience Business Area. We work to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations. Around the world, we're feeling the effects climate change, rapid urbanization, loss of biodiversity. The rate at which we're seeing large-scale, unforeseen events such as floods and wildfires, is becoming more frequent. We are here to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations.
Role accountabilities:
As an experienced IH and Safety Professional you will prepare high-quality project proposals, reports and deliverables and coordinate and conduct the necessary review of project documents with in-house consultants, client representatives, contractors and others required to work as a team on the project. You will be an important member of the IH CoP interacting with junior level staff, other senior technical experts and project managers as part of an interdisciplinary environmental team. The job will require the following responsibilities:
  • Manage and perform asbestos building surveys and indoor air quality (IAQ) and mold investigations, manage and oversee asbestos abatement and mold remediation projects, and develop mold remediation protocols.
  • Work in a client-oriented consulting environment with focus on industrial hygiene practice, specifically asbestos, lead-paint, and hazardous building materials management, indoor air quality and mold evaluations, and chemical and noise exposure assessments.
  • Mentor junior colleagues in the IH consulting discipline and educate junior level consultants from a technical and business prospective.

In this role you must be willing to travel as needed and may include multi-day overnight trips. You also must possess a valid driver license, be able to pass a medical exam and be medically cleared to wear a negative pressure respirator, and be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. of equipment throughout an 8-hour shift.
Qualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in a science related discipline or equivalent years of experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in the professional services or consulting business operating in a seller-doer capacity.
  • Current State of Texas Asbestos Inspector and Mold Assessment Consultant licenses.
  • Knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, and state regulations for asbestos, mold, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
  • Problem-solving skills, knowledgeable in project management tools, processes and techniques, strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
  • Strong leadership skills: able to prioritize, delegate tasks, and make sound decisions quickly while maintaining a focus on quality and a high level of communication.

Why Arcadis?
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.
Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $73,301-120,947. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.
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Our work with clients has a direct impact on people's lives and on the planet. We make moving, living and belonging in cities safer, more resilient and more sustainable. By partnering with our clients as responsible custodians of our earth's resources, we can create a sustainable planet. We continue to think of new ways to make positive impacts and create better experiences for people; data driven and digital solutions have become part of the Arcadis DNA. Working together with clients and using techniques like design thinking, we can get to the heart of our clients' most pressing challenges and work together to solve them.

Industry

Engineering professional services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Highlands Ranch, CO, US