EHS Support Specialist

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL); Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Top-tier health benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance

Engineering development programs

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) in Nampa, Idaho seeks an EHS Support Specialist to assist with Environmental Health & Safety programs, documentation, and process execution under guidance of experienced staff. You will help deliver incident management, risk assessment, waste management, and industrial hygiene tasks while developing EHS expertise.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong written and verbal communication, and diligent documentation.

Qualifications

• Two years’ relevant experience.
• Ability to efficiently operate Windows and MS Office.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
• Able to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL.
• Negative drug test result(s).

Responsibilities

• Complete EH&S processes under supervision of experienced staff.
• Provide status updates to SEL staff and customers; communicate with team and partners.
• Learn and follow department processes; propose improvements to docs or work instructions.
• Provide awareness of EH&S standards.
• Participate in collaborative problem solving and process improvement.
• Develop basic proficiency in risk assessment, incident management, waste management, or industrial hygiene.
• Learn and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operation, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
• Understand. Create. Simplify.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Writing

Tools

Windows OS

MS Office

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is seeking an EHS Support Specialist to join our team in Nampa, Idaho. This role provides foundational support for Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs and processes, helping ensure a safe, healthy, and compliant workplace. Working under the guidance of experienced EHS professionals, you will assist with program administration, documentation, process execution, and communication while developing expertise in key EHS disciplines such as incident management, risk assessment, waste management, and industrial hygiene.

As SEL continues to expand its operations in the region, this position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of both existing and developing facilities. The EHS Support Specialist will collaborate with internal teams to support EHS initiatives, promote awareness of safety and environmental standards, participate in problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts, and help maintain a strong culture of safety. The ideal candidate is a motivated team player with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a desire to build a career in Environmental Health & Safety.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Complete EH&S processes in accordance with defined procedures under the direction of more experienced staff.
2. Provide status updates to SEL staff and customers. Communicates effectively with team and internal partners and customers.
3. Learn and follow department processes while communicating opportunities for improvement to documentation or work instructions.
4. Provide awareness of EH&S standards.
5. Represent team by participating in collaborative problem solving and process improvement efforts.
6. Develop basic proficiency in the activities required to support one EH&S discipline (e.g., risk assessment and incident management, waste management, industrial hygiene).
7. Learn and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operation, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
8. Understand. Create. Simplify.
9. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Two years’ relevant experience
Able to efficiently operate Windows and MS Office
Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Background check results satisfactory to SEL
Negative drug test result(s)

Preferred Qualifications

Two years’ experience working with EH&S

Experience with materials management processes

Ability to read and interpret regulatory standards

Physical Requirements

Lift, push, pull and maneuver up to 40 pounds frequently

Sit and stand for at least 8 hours

Vision correctable to 20/30 or better

Ability to differentiate color

Use of computer keyboard devices

Reach, Bend, Twist

Location

Nampa, ID

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data

$25.00 - 37.00 per hour. Our compensation ranges are based on the responsibilities of the role. Starting pay is determined individually and considers factors such as relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and training. Candidates may be considered at different levels based on their background. As a result, pay may vary to align with the level of the role.

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.