Field Safety Specialist

Carvana; Tracy, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K with company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Carvana is seeking an experienced Environmental Health and Safety professional to join our EHS team and support strong health and safety programs as well as environmental compliance initiatives. The EHS Specialist will help manage compliance programs, guide corrective actions, and support ongoing environmental and health and safety needs across the organization.

This position will be assigned to a single Reconditioning Center or a cluster of sites based on business needs, with possible travel to

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience within Environmental Health and Safety (EHS).
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record for select sites/locations.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with environmental health and safety topics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and managing information systems related to EHS recordkeeping and compliance.
• Support ongoing compliance with multimedia environmental permits and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with outside consultants as needed.
• Monitor programs and performance to track compliance and effectiveness of EHS initiatives.
• Participate with Safety Action Teams across regions/sites.
• Interface with OSHA and environmental regulators on behalf of the company.
• Lead environmental due diligence efforts as needed.
• Provide ongoing support for regulatory questions across jurisdictions.

Skills

EHS expertise

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

Pay Range:

$70,000-$90,000 annually

About Carvana

If you like disrupting the norm and are looking to join a company revolutionizing an industry then you will LOVE what Carvana has done for the car buying experience. Buying a car the old fashioned way sucks and we are working hard to make it NOT suck. I mean, have you seen our vending machine?!

We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Team spirit is evident at Carvana and everyday we let our passions and creativity foster innovation. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data- and process-driven decisions in everything we do. Here are a few of our stories! We’ve been changing the game since 2013, and we’re not taking our foot off the gas now. Want more of the story? Check out our background here.

About the team and position

We’re looking for an experienced Environmental Health and Safety professional to join our EHS team and support our mission to build strong health and safety programs as well as environmental compliance initiatives. The EHS Specialist will help manage compliance programs, guide corrective actions, and support ongoing environmental and health and safety needs across the organization. This individual will play an integral role in the collection, review, and reporting of information to regulatory agencies in addition to optimizing the EHS programs. Experience and demonstrated problem solving skills and collaboration skills will be critical to the EHS Specialist’s success. This position will be assigned to a single Reconditioning Center or a cluster of sites based on the needs of the business.

What you’ll be doing

• Assist in the development and management of information systems related to recordkeeping for EHS management and compliance programs.
• Support the ongoing compliance with multimedia environmental permits and regulatory requirements across a regional operating area or specific site.
• Collaborate with outside consultants as needed.
• Monitor programs and performance to track compliance and effectiveness of all EHS initiatives.
• Participate with Safety Action Teams (SATs) across operating locations in the assigned region or site.
• Review management tools and measurement systems to facilitate compliance and the ability to satisfy regulatory scrutiny.
• Directly interface with OSHA and Environmental regulators on the company’s behalf.
• Collaborate with properties regarding corrective actions and/or alleged violations.
• Provide ongoing support for regulatory questions across numerous jurisdictions.
• Review development plans for compliance and permitting concerns.
• Lead environmental due diligence efforts as needed.
• Other tasks related to environmental affairs and health and safety as assigned by team leadership.’
• Driving may be required for select locations.

What you should know/have

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience (including graduate work) within the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) field.
• Valid driver's license with no restrictions and a clean driving record for select sites/locations.
• Exceptionally strong computer skills are a must.
• Demonstrated technical skills with indoor air quality, asbestos (NIOSH 582), and other industrial hygiene topics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer service mentality is critical.
• Outstanding character and integrity.

We’d love it if you also have

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification.
• Familiarity with federal environmental, health, and safety regulations and permitting programs.
• A background in engineering and/or consulting.

What we’ll offer in return

• Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more..
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
• A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country.

Other requirements

To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

Legal stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.