EHS Specialist

DPR Construction; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen Innovation Group, part of the DPR Family of Companies, seeks an EHS Specialist to support Surprise, AZ operations at a manufacturing facility. You will implement safety programs, conduct risk assessments, deliver training, and collaborate with production and maintenance teams to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

You will conduct inspections, manage incident investigations with root cause analyses, track safety metrics, and help prepare drills and emergency plans

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety (or equivalent experience).
• 2–4 years of experience in a safety role in manufacturing or a similar industrial setting.
• Knowledge of OSHA General Industry regulations and standards.
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification preferred; CSP/ASP credentials are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing safety policies and programs tailored to general industry manufacturing operations.
• Conduct regular inspections of the facility to ensure compliance.
• Identify workplace hazards via inspections, JHAs, and employee feedback; recommend corrective actions.
• Deliver safety training on PPE, emergency response, and safe equipment operation.
• Participate in incident investigations and prepare root-cause based reports with preventive actions.
• Track site-specific safety metrics and prepare management reports for continuous improvement.
• Aid in maintaining emergency response plans, drills, and safety equipment readiness.
• Collaborate with production supervisors and maintenance teams to integrate safety into daily operations.

Skills

Communication

Training delivery

Analytical mindset

Safety awareness

Microsoft Office

Spanish (bonus)

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety

OSHA 30-Hour General Industry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## EHS SpecialistApplylocations: Phoenix, AZ: Surprise, AZtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-15604## **Job Description**Evergreen Innovation Group, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking a skilled **EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) Specialist**with in-depth plant-level experience in the prefabrication manufacturing industries. This role will support operations in **Surprise, AZ**.The successful candidate will support the implementation and maintenance of the safety program and promote a culture of safety. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter who takes initiative and demonstrates a proactive approach to identifying hazards, conducting safety training, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to reduce risks in a manufacturing environment.This position is based at a manufacturing facility with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures. Some office work is required for documentation and training preparation. Occasional travel may be necessary for training or other business-related purposes. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:**Duties and Responsibilities*** **Safety Program Management:** Assist in implementing and monitoring safety policies, procedures, and programs tailored to general industry manufacturing operations (e.g., onboarding, machine guarding, lockout/tagout, hazard communication).* **Compliance:** Ensure adherence to OSHA regulations and applicable regulatory standards (e.g., NPFA), as well as company-specific safety protocols, by conducting regular inspections of the facility.* **Risk Assessment:**Identify workplace hazards through inspections, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and employee feedback; and recommend corrective actions to mitigate risks.* **Training:**Deliver safety training sessions for employees, including topics such as personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency response, and safe equipment operation.* **Incident Investigation:** Participate in investigations of workplace incidents. Compile comprehensive incident reports that emphasize root cause analyses and recommend preventive actions. Transport team members for non-emergency medical care.* **Data Analysis:** Track site-specific safety metrics (e.g., incident rates, training completion) and prepare reports for management to support continuous improvement efforts.* **Emergency Preparedness:**Aid in maintaining emergency response plans, conducting drills, and ensuring availability of safety equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, first aid kits).* **Collaboration:** Work closely with production supervisors, maintenance teams, and employees to integrate safety practices into daily operations. This role may also work with other organizational peer groups.* **Problem Solving:**Support resolution of complex problems not covered by existing procedures or practices.* **Other:*** Perform regular facility walkthroughs involving prolonged standing, walking, and site movement.* Occasionally climb ladders, scaffolding, or stairs to access elevated areas.* Inspect confined spaces and hard-to-reach areas as needed.* Remain stationary for extended periods during meetings, training, or documentation.* Identify and respond to safety hazards using visual, auditory, and verbal cues* Lift and carry safety equipment or signage (up to 40 lbs.).* Must be able to wear all required PPE in the work environment (e.g., helmet, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, protective footwear).* Respond effectively to emergencies, including evacuations and incident support.**Required Skills and Abilities*** Demonstrated excellence in communication and training, with proven ability to engage employees across all organizational levels and effectively facilitate large group sessions.* Analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy.* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.* Safety-conscious and compliance-driven mindset.* Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and documentation.* Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a plus.**Education and Experience*** Associate or bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety (or equivalent experience).* 2-4 years of experience in a safety role in the manufacturing industry or a similar industrial setting.* Knowledge of OSHA general industry regulations and industry standards.* OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification preferred; additional credentials such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) are a plus.