EHS Specialist

Apex Clean Energy; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Parking and commuter benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Apex Clean Energy is seeking an EHS Specialist to provide operational safety support, field monitoring, and compliance coordination across wind, solar, and storage facilities. The role involves site inspections, incident support, data collection, and ongoing SMS improvements.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in safety-related field, 1+ year safety experience in an industrial setting, OSHA/NFPA familiarity, and up to 50% travel. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Engineering, Environmental Health, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 1+ years of general safety experience in industrial or utility settings, with wind/solar exposure preferred.
• OHST/CHST or equivalent certification preferred; OSHA 10/30 or 510 certification; First Aid/CPR; Tower Rescue cert (or plan to obtain).
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations (1910/1926) and NFPA 70E; fall protection knowledge; wind/solar/storage safety protocols; basic safety metrics review.

Responsibilities

• Perform quarterly EHS compliance inspections across assigned sites.
• Review and organize safety documentation monthly; ensure audit-ready records and timely filing.
• Track updates in regional safety requirements; maintain facility compliance binders.
• Support incident investigations; draft preliminary reports within 48 hours.
• Log corrective actions and ensure 30-day closure of open items or as agreed.

Skills

OSHA regulations knowledge

NFPA 70E familiarity

Safety metrics collection

Field safety support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety or related field

Tools

ISNetworld (ISN) familiarity

OSHA 1910/1926 knowledge

Job description

Apex Clean Energy was founded with a singular focus: to accelerate the shift to clean energy. Through origination, construction, and operation of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage facilities, distributed energy resources, and green fuel technologies, Apex is expanding the renewable frontier across North America. Our mission-driven team of nearly 400 professionals uses a data-focused approach and an unrivaled portfolio of projects to create solutions for the world’s most innovative and forward-thinking customers. For more information about how Apex is building the energy company of the future, visit apexcleanenergy.com .

Apex strives to excel in every phase of project realization, from origination and financing to construction and asset management. Our mission-driven team seeks determined, resolute individuals who strive to innovate and go above the call of duty, and who will relentlessly do their part to help accelerate the shift to America’s clean energy future.

Job Description

The EHS Specialist provides operational safety support, field monitoring, and compliance coordination across Apex Clean Energy’s operating portfolio, including active wind power generation, solar installations, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). Working under direct functional direction, this role assists site teams with routine safety compliance, carries out site safety inspections, supports incident investigations, assists with basic data collection and review, and supports the execution and continuous improvement of site-level safety programs and the overall Safety Management System across regional facilities.

• Hours: Full-time
• Type: Exempt
• Department: Safety
• Travel: up to 50%

Primary Responsibilities

Site Compliance & Operational Inspections

• Perform quarterly EHS compliance inspections across assigned operational sites, checking for adherence to standard OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, and Apex safety procedures.
• Review and organize site safety documentation monthly, ensuring local field records remain audit-ready and addressing any missing files within 5 business days.
• Track updates in regional safety requirements and assist in maintaining updated facility compliance binders.
• Support site leadership during safety incidents, near-misses, or minor property damage by gathering initial field facts, capturing findings, and drafting preliminary investigation reports within 48 hours.
• Log recommended corrective actions in the site tracking system and verify that 100% of open items are closed out within 30 days, or as agreed on by Operations and EHS.

Safety Metrics, Data Entry & Routine Reporting

• Collect, log, and compile monthly site safety observation data and basic incident metrics for review by regional management and site teams.
• Review basic safety metrics to highlight recurring field concerns, tracking completion rates and helping communicate findings clearly to site operations and regional EHS.

Job Hazard Analysis & Field Support

• Review routine Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) alongside site personnel for elevated work, electrical maintenance, and general operational activities.
• Assist Facility Managers with routine safety questions, serving as an accessible point of contact for day-to-day regulatory references.

Contractor Safety Coordination & Document Review

• Assist Facility Managers with gathering required EHS documentation, training records, and prequalification details from third-party contractors prior to site work, maintaining basic familiarity with contractor management processes (including ISNetworld/ISN).
• Conduct periodic safety spot-checks during active contractor work and site operations to confirm compliance with site-specific safety rules.

Site Meeting Participation & Committee Support

• Participate in daily Plan of the Day (POD) discussions and weekly tailgate safety talks during scheduled field visits. Support safety initiatives as designated by Operations and EHS Leadership.
• Attend quarterly regional Safety Committee meetings and capture action items for the committee chair, providing basic EHS support and assisting in creating initiatives that better serve field teams.
• Assist site teams in maintaining waste logs, spill kit inspection logs, and basic environmental tracking records, including supporting the submission of Tier II reporting for each site.
• Assist the Apex Environmental team with administrative and operational tasks supporting local site implementation and routine improvements to the Apex Clean Energy Safety Management System (SMS).

Qualifications

To succeed as a TITLE at Apex Clean Energy, you’ll need to excel within the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Engineering, Environmental Health, or a related field and/or equivalent practical experience.
• 1+ years of general safety experience in an industrial or utility setting, with exposure to or preference for wind and solar operational environments.
• OHST, CHST, or comparable certification preferred (or willingness/plan to obtain); OSHA 10/30 or 510 certification; current First Aid/CPR certification; Tower Rescue certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations (1910/1926) and NFPA 70E; familiarity with fall protection systems and rescue planning; working knowledge of wind turbine safety systems, solar installations, and battery storage protocols; basic proficiency in collecting and reviewing safety metrics; familiarity with contractor EHS document collection and exposure to contractor systems like ISNetworld (ISN).
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record and ability to travel up to 50% to remote project locations in the Midwest region.

At Apex Clean Energy, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet every qualification listed in the job description. Your unique experiences and skills could be the perfect fit for our team!

Additional Information

• Ability to climb wind turbine ladders or structures up to 300+ feet using approved fall protection equipment.
• Ability to wear required field personal protective equipment (harness, hard hat, safety glasses, steel‑toe boots).
• Ability to walk, stand, and navigate uneven terrain outdoors in varying weather conditions.

How You’ll Grow

At Apex Clean Energy, our professional development plans focus on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands‑on experience in the dynamic, fast‑paced renewable energy industry. From on‑the‑job learning experiences to a robust multi‑week onboarding experience to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.

What Apex Can Offer You

At Apex Clean Energy, we know that great people make a great company. We value our people and offer employees a broad, best‑in‑class range of benefits.

• A mission‑driven, energetic environment that supports and encourages our people to do their best work every day.
• A respect for and celebration of individuality, differences, and uniqueness
• Collaborative and driven professional workforce committed to supporting your ideas and feedback and accelerating your potential
• Ongoing support and guidance such as on‑the‑job learning, hands‑on experience, and mentorship
• Training, strategies, and tools to support your personal and professional growth
• Team atmosphere of diverse professionals committed to making an impact as an organization
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to our local communities
• Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match
• Base and bonus commensurate with experience
• Benefits Offered: comprehensive high‑deductible health plans, dental and vision insurance plans, short‑term and long‑term disability, group life insurance, 401(k) corporate matching, flexible spending arrangements, company paid parking and cell phone, fitness and wellness corporate discounts

Apex Clean Energy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.