Field Scientist
Andrew DiBernardo
Terracon Consultants Inc.
Tempe,AZ
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridLocation:
Tempe, AZPhoenix, AZChandler, AZScottsdale, AZGilbert, AZOpen to relocation:
No5
Certifications
5
Years of experience
Summary
Experienced Field Scientist with strengths in environmental compliance, site assessment, and air quality monitoring. Skilled in technical documentation, data interpretation, and remediation support to help maintain regulatory compliance and reduce environmental risk.
Work History
Field Scientist
4 Years 8 Months- Conduct comprehensive asbestos and lead inspections, surveys, and universal waste assessments for commercial, industrial, and government facilities according to federal AHERA standards.
- Perform asbestos air monitoring, visual inspections, and final clearance testing to verify compliance with federal OSHA and EPA, state and local regulatory requirements.
- Conduct mold and universal waste inspections and assessments, documenting field observations and supporting environmental consulting projects in compliance with ANSI/IICRC S520 and EPA regulatory standards.
- Executed Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) by performing site inspections, reviewing historical records and environmental databases, interviewing property owners, identifying recognized environmental conditions (RECs), and preparing technical reports in accordance with ASTM International standards.
- Collected soil, groundwater, and vapor samples for environmental investigations and regulatory compliance projects.
- Prepared concise technical reports summarizing field findings, analytical results, and recommended next steps.
- Reviewed historical records, permits, and aerial imagery to evaluate environmental liability risks.
- Ensured field activities followed health, safety, and contamination control procedures.
Retail Sales Associate
1 Year 11 Months- Trained new employees in sales techniques and store procedures, improving team effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies And Geography
Skills
Environmental compliance
Environmental assessment
Air quality monitoring
Hazardous materials handling
Environmental consulting
Technical documentation
Data gathering
Client consulting
Problem-solving
Excellent communication
Environmental education
Data collection
Report writing
Certification
EPA Lead-Based Paint Inspector Accredited Certification & License, HAZWOPER 40-Hour Certification, AHERA Asbestos Inspector and Contractor/Supervisor Certification (Asbestos accreditation under Toxic Substance Control Act Title II), State of Nevada Certified Asbestos Abatement Consultant
Timeline
Field Scientist
Terracon Consultants Inc.
02.2022 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Walmart
03.2019 - 02.2021
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Bachelor of Science from Environmental Studies And Geography