EHS Technician — Shipyard Safety & Compliance

South Bay Sand Blasting and Tank Cleaning, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

South Bay Sand Blasting and Tank Cleaning, Inc. in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Technician to support shipyard operations. The role covers inspections, training, hazardous waste coordination, sample collection, and industrial hygiene surveys in a demanding dockside setting.

The ideal candidate has at least two years in EH&S, knowledge of OSHA Maritime Standards, and strong communication skills, with ability to work long hours and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of EH&S experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of OSHA Maritime Standards.
• Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs various physical duties as assigned
• Use proper PPE
• Ship inspections
• Correcting discrepancies
• Training
• Coordination of hazardous waste removal, shipyard hazardous material compliance
• Recordkeeping
• Sample collection
• Industrial hygiene surveys
• Accident investigations
• Provide safety data sheets
• Performs some specialized tasks which may require on the job training
• Implement and follow the company's safety, quality, and environmental policies

Skills

EH&S experience

Safety compliance

MS Office

OSHA Maritime Standards

Communication skills

Time management

Reading labels/warnings

Education

High school diploma or GED

HAZWOPER certification

OSHA Maritime Safety 10-hour certification

Job description

South Bay Sand Blasting and Tank Cleaning, Inc. in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Technician to support shipyard operations. The role covers inspections, training, hazardous waste coordination, sample collection, and industrial hygiene surveys in a demanding dockside setting.

The ideal candidate has at least two years in EH&S, knowledge of OSHA Maritime Standards, and strong communication skills, with ability to work long hours and weekends as needed.