Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

ENSCO; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

ENSCO is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support environmental compliance, occupational safety, emergency management, and regulatory compliance programs at the Transportation Technology Center (TTC).

Reporting to the Manager of Safety, Health, Environmental & Emergency Services, this position serves as a Hazardous Materials Emergency Responder and Hazardous Waste Technician while supporting OSHA, environmental, and railroad safety programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of environmental, occupational safety, hazardous waste, or EHS experience in an industrial, railroad, manufacturing, utility, mining, or similarly regulated environment OR Bachelor's or equivalent with 2+ years of directly related experience.
• Working knowledge of RCRA, SPCC, EPCRA, stormwater, industrial wastewater, OSHA, and related regulations.
• Experience with hazardous materials response and spill management.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER (or ability to obtain).
• OSHA 10-Hour certification.
• RCRA Hazardous Waste training.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic EHS management systems.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work outdoors, climb ladders, walk uneven terrain, lift up to 50 pounds, and participate in emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Support development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, safety, emergency management, and regulatory compliance programs.
• Administer SPCC, RCRA, EPCRA, stormwater, industrial wastewater, pollution prevention, and UST/AST compliance programs.
• Conduct environmental inspections and hazardous waste inspections; maintain permits, records, and regulatory reports.
• Coordinate hazardous waste collection, storage, transportation, recycling, and disposal activities.
• Respond to hazardous materials incidents and coordinate spill response, cleanup, investigations, and reporting.
• Maintain chemical inventory systems and prepare required EPCRA reporting.
• Support OSHA and railroad safety programs including LOTO, Confined Space, Hot Work, Railroad Worker Protection, PPE, and contractor safety.
• Conduct incident investigations, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and trend reviews.
• Develop and deliver EHS training and participate in emergency drills and exercises.
• Support emergency preparedness, fire prevention, and mutual aid operations.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Environmental safety

OSH compliance

Communication

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent with related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHS management software

Job description

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide. ENSCO is a leading provider of transportation research and technology development services with a long history of supporting railway, transit, and highway safety initiatives. Our staff conducts impactful research and advances technology in many exciting areas including:

• The behavior of railroad and transit track, rolling stock, vehicle components and control systems under a wide range of operating conditions.
• Advancement of leading-edge technologies including autonomous, non-contact and machine vision-based approaches for asset condition assessment.
• The application of artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to today’s most challenging asset maintenance issues.

Come join a stable and growing company and make an impact on some of the world’s most challenging transportation problems. Learn more about ENSCO here.

Position Description

ENSCO is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support environmental compliance, occupational safety, emergency management, and regulatory compliance programs at the Transportation Technology Center (TTC). Reporting to the Manager of Safety, Health, Environmental & Emergency Services, this position serves as a Hazardous Materials Emergency Responder and Hazardous Waste Technician while supporting OSHA, environmental, and railroad safety programs. The incumbent will work independently to administer compliance programs, conduct inspections and investigations, coordinate corrective actions, maintain regulatory records, support emergency response, and deliver EHS training to employees, contractors, and customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, safety, emergency management, and regulatory compliance programs.
• Administer SPCC, RCRA, EPCRA, stormwater, industrial wastewater, pollution prevention, and UST/AST compliance programs.
• Conduct environmental inspections and hazardous waste inspections; maintain permits, records, and regulatory reports.
• Coordinate hazardous waste collection, storage, transportation, recycling, and disposal activities.
• Respond to hazardous materials incidents and coordinate spill response, cleanup, investigations, and reporting.
• Maintain chemical inventory systems and prepare required EPCRA reporting.
• Support OSHA and railroad safety programs including LOTO, Confined Space, Hot Work, Railroad Worker Protection, PPE, and contractor safety.
• Conduct incident investigations, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and trend reviews.
• Develop and deliver EHS training and participate in emergency drills and exercises.
• Support emergency preparedness, fire prevention, and mutual aid operations.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• Minimum five (5) years of environmental, occupational safety, hazardous waste, or EHS experience in an industrial, railroad, manufacturing, utility, mining, or similarly regulated environment OR Bachelor's or equivalent with 2+ years of directly related experience.
• Working knowledge of RCRA, SPCC, EPCRA, stormwater, industrial wastewater, OSHA, and related regulations.
• Experience with hazardous materials response and spill management.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER (or ability to obtain).
• OSHA 10-Hour certification.
• RCRA Hazardous Waste training.
• Forklift and Confined Space certification (or ability to obtain).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic EHS management systems.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work outdoors, climb ladders, walk uneven terrain, lift up to 50 pounds, and participate in emergency response.
• Ability to pass e-RAILSAFE requirements and applicable pre-employment/random drug and alcohol testing.

Qualifications Desired

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Technology, or related discipline. Equivalent education, certifications, military service, and directly related experience may be substituted.
• CHMM, CSP, ASP, REM, or similar certification.
• Experience supporting FRA, DOT, or other Federal contracts.
• Experience with ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 management systems.
• Emergency management and Incident Command System experience.

Required Certifications: See Required Skills

U.S. Citizenship Required: No

Security Clearance Required: None

Employment Type: Regular Full-time

Background Check Type: 7 Year Pre-Employment

Drug Screen Required: Pre-Employment Drug and Random Alcohol and Drug (FRA)

Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No

Salary Range

$36 - $41 USD

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please click here.

Benefits

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visit ensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

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EEO Statement

ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers– veterans, disability