Industrial Hygienist - Multi-State (ID, MT, WY)

Knife River Corporation; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking an Industrial Hygienist to enhance workplace safety. The role involves conducting exposure assessments, coordinating health programs, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a background in Occupational Health and strong analytical skills. The position requires travel to various sites across Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Full-time employees enjoy comprehensive benefits including health accounts, 401K matching, and paid time off.

Benefits

Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts

401K with Company Match

Profit Sharing

8 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Safety Incentives

Years of Service Recognition

Qualifications

• Experience in Occupational Health or similar field.
• Prior experience in mining, civil, or heavy manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct exposure sampling for various contaminants.
• Coordinate with departments to develop sampling plans.
• Investigate overexposures and implement mitigations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Self-Directed

Data Analysis

Collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Category: Manager

Requisition Number: INDUS002212

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• Posted : May 9, 2025
• Full-Time

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KR SID ADMINISTRATION
5450 W. GOWEN ROAD
BOISE, ID 83709, USA

KR SID ADMINISTRATION
5450 W. GOWEN ROAD
BOISE, ID 83709, USA

Knife River is looking to add an Industrial Hygienist to our team!

The Industrial Hygienist will support the development, implementation, and continued operation of the Knife River Occupational Health and Hygiene program. This position will be responsible for the coordination and execution of industrial hygiene functions including the collection of samples, audiometric testing, biological monitoring, respiratory protection, and fit testing, maintaining gas testing equipment, physical demand analysis of job functions, investigation of exposures and the implementation of mitigating controls, coordination of medical surveillance and maintaining applicable database and records. This position will require travel to mine sites throughout Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Routinely conduct exposure sampling in the field for known and expected analysis such as respirable and total dust, silica, asbestos, arsenic, noise, diesel particulate matter, and other such potential contaminates.
• Coordinate with various departments and groups to develop representative sampling plans for similar exposure groups, exposure areas, and specific equipment or processes.
• Collect, maintain, and analyze data to develop statistical determination and correlation based on sampling
• Fully investigate action level or over exposures to determine root causes and work with operating departments to determine mitigations following the hierarchy of controls.
• Observe employees performing tasks and develop physical demands assessments for job description and
• Conduct audiometric testing and maintain the employee audiometric database and testing
• Maintain and calibrate gas testing equipment and ensure consumable parts are adequately
• Review, monitor, and develop policies, standards, and procedures to support the Knife River Occupational Health and Safety
• Manage and maintain all applicable records for the company Occupational Health

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in Occupational Health, or similar field.
• Prior experience in the mining, civil, or heavy manufacturing sectors preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills. (written and oral)
• Skills in the use of spreadsheet and database programs. (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Self-directed and the ability to execute tasks under minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of applicable MSHA and State regulations pertaining to Occupational Health preferred.
• Ability to analyze data and apply the findings to improve employee workplace health and safety.
• Capacity to collaborate cross-divisionally to support the alignment of Knife River goals.
• Maintain records, develop reports, and facilitate inspections related to sampling results.
• Ensure ongoing compliance by keeping updated with industry and regulatory changes.
• Must be able to build trust and respect.
• Must always strive for excellence in yourself, Knife River, and the community.
• Be able to safely work together to successfully execute the business plan.
• Must have accountability at all levels in order to deliver quality results.
• Must be willing to travel.

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Safety Incentives
• Years of Service Recognition

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.net. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to:

5450 W Gowen Rd

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Veterans: Put your Skills to Work with Usl

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Industrial Hygienist position:

Army:

Petroleum Laboratory Specialist

Inspector

Marines:

Petroleum Quality Assurance and Additization Specialist

Geological Technicians YLM, 5

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