EHS Specialist

ECLARO; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Commuter Check Pretax Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Job summary

ECLARO is seeking an EHS Specialist in Syracuse, NY to provide field-based Environmental, Health & Safety support to canal operations. This role requires frequent presence at canal structures, maintenance facilities, and active job sites, translating EHS requirements into practical, work-ready practices that keep work safe and compliant.

You will partner with supervisors and crews to implement programs, conduct field observations and incident follow-ups, support pre-job planning, identify

Qualifications

• Independently work in field environments.
• Strong communication with operations personnel.
• Working knowledge of OSHA-based safety principles.
• Able to recognize hazards and implement practical controls.
• Translate requirements into actionable practices.
• Maintain organization and follow-up in a dynamic setting.
• Adapt to outdoor work environments.

Responsibilities

• Field EHS support and program implementation.
• Assist with EHS program procedures and safe practices.
• Conduct field observations, site visits, and informal audits.
• Support pre-job planning, briefings, and hazard ID.
• Identify hazards and implement practical solutions.
• Integrate EHS requirements into routine work activities.
• Provide real-time guidance to ensure safe execution.
• Support higher-risk work planning and execution.
• Promote safety behaviors and document actions.
• Support incident reporting, investigation, and follow-up.
• Help with regulatory inspections and recordkeeping.
• Maintain site-level EHS records and guidance materials.

Skills

Independent worker

Field communication

OSHA knowledge

Hazard recognition

Problem solving

Translate requirements

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Job description

Job Number: 26-01317 Want to be part of the Energy Industry? ECLARO is looking for an EHS Specialist for our client in Syracuse, NY. ECLARO's Client is America's largest state power organization and is a national leader in energy efficiency and clean energy technology. If you’re up to the challenge, then take a chance at this rewarding opportunity!

Position Overview:

• The EHS Specialist will provide direct, field-based Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) support to Canal Sections 1 and 2 (Waterford and Fort Edward - in up State New York).
• This role is responsible for supporting the implementation and execution of EHS programs at the operational level, working closely with Canal operations and maintenance personnel to ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable requirements.
• This is a field-driven position requiring frequent presence at canal structures, maintenance facilities, and active job sites.
• The EHS Specialist will partner with supervisors and employees to translate EHS requirements into practical, work-ready solutions that support safe and effective.

Responsibilities:

• Field EHS Support & Program Implementation:
  • Provide day-to-day EHS support to Canal operations and maintenance teams.
  • Assist with implementation of EHS programs, procedures, and safe work practices.
  • Conduct field observations, job site visits, and informal audits.
  • Support pre-job planning efforts, including job briefings and hazard identification.
  • Identify hazards and work with field personnel to implement practical solutions.
• Operational Integration:
  • Work closely with supervisors and employees to integrate EHS requirements into routine work activities.
  • Provide real-time guidance during active work to support safe execution.
  • Support planning and execution of higher-risk activities (e.g., maintenance work, confined / enclosed spaces, workover water).
  • Reinforce safe behaviors and organizational safety expectations.
• Incident Management:
  • Support incident reporting, investigation, and follow-up actions.
  • Assist in identifying root causes and contributing factors.
  • Track and support completion of corrective actions.
  • Promote reporting of near misses and unsafe conditions.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  • Support compliance with applicable regulations and internal requirements.
  • Assist with inspections, audits, and related follow-up actions.
  • Help ensure required documentation and records are maintained at the site level.
• Administrative & Program Support:
  • Maintain site-level EHS records, reports, and documentation.
  • Support distribution and accessibility of procedures, forms, and guidance materials.
  • Assist with tracking of metrics, corrective actions, and program activities.
  • Coordinate with EHS leadership on implementation needs.

Required Skills:

• Strong ability to work independently in field environments.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with operational personnel.
• Working knowledge of OSHA / PESH-based safety principles.
• Strong field presence and ability to build trust with operations teams.
• Practical hazard recognition and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate requirements into clear, actionable practices.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Adaptability in dynamic, outdoor work environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in utilities, public infrastructure, construction, or heavy industrial environments.
• Experience supporting higher-risk work activities (e.g., confined space, lockout / tagout, fall protection).
• Experience supporting incident investigations and corrective action tracking.
• Familiarity with EHS reporting or work management systems.

If hired, you will enjoy the following ECLARO Benefits:

• 401k Retirement Savings Plan administered by Merrill Lynch
• Commuter Check Pretax Commuter Benefits
• Eligibility to purchase Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance through ECLARO

Equal Opportunity Employer: ECLARO values diversity and does not discriminate based on Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status, in compliance with all applicable laws.