Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator

Bristol Bay Native Corporation; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and healthy work environment. In this dynamic position, you will implement policies, conduct inspections, and develop training programs related to safety and environmental compliance. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on workplace safety and environmental standards at a solid waste facility. If you are passionate about promoting safety and have a background in environmental health, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a supportive and diverse environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employer

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Implement safety policies and conduct regular facility inspections.
• Prepare training on OSHA and environmental compliance topics.

Skills

Environmental and OSHA regulations knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office 365

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering

Two years of related experience

OSHA and HAZWOPER certifications

Tools

Environmental inspection equipment

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator

Fort Irwin, CA, USA Req #6844

SpecPro Professional Services, LLC. (SPS) is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator to provide support to Ft. Irwin's Solid Waste Facility.

The Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator will implement policies to ensure a safe and healthy work environment at SpecPro’s Ft. Irwin Solid Waste facilities at the landfill and recycle center.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Inspects the facility weekly to identify safety, health, and environmental risks. Mitigates risks as appropriate.
• Develops and implements inspection policies and procedures, and a schedule of routine inspections.
• Develop/implement HS procedures for all areas of the site, including SOPs and JHAs.
• Update the site safety plan as needed.
• Prepares and schedules training to cover annual OSHA Training, emergency procedures, SWPPP and SPCC, Universal and Hazardous waste, and other relevant topics.
• Monitors compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Drafts inspection reports to document inspection findings.
• Ensures that safety data sheets are maintained and readily accessible when needed.
• Maintains records of discharge of or employee exposure to hazardous waste and/or pollutants, as required.
• Maintains/manages PPE stock for all employees.
• Manages/inspects/replace First Aid Kits, AEDs, eye wash stations, signage, and fire extinguishers monthly.
• Coordinates groundwater and soil gas monitoring program for the active landfill.
• Performs incident investigations and completes incident reports to submit to Corporate PM in a timely manner.
• Performs other related duties including but not limited to clerical and administrative tasks as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of environmental and OSHA regulations and policies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in technology and equipment used in environmental inspections.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 or similar software.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, Geology or related field required.
• Two years of related experience preferred.
• OSHA and HAZWOPER experienced, up to date certifications preferred.
• Army Regulation 385-10, Chapter 16 knowledge preferred.
• DoD Defense Environmental Restoration Program knowledge preferred.
• Experienced with environmental compliance and working with CalEPA.
• PE or PG a plus, not required.

Physical Requirements:

• Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to operate a company truck while onsite.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Diversity:

• Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

Ethics:

• Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment. During visits to areas of operations, may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.

SpecPro Professional Services, LLC is an environmental, energy, and facility services firm headquartered in San Antonio, TX. We are a subsidiary of Bristol Bay Native Corporation (BBNC). If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume, qualifications, and salary requirements.

All offers are contingent upon a thorough background check conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary and per State and Federal laws. SpecPro offers a full competitive benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.