Industrial Hygienist- Occupational Safety

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Student loan assistance

Professional development opportunities

Well-being resources

Job summary

MaineHealth is hiring an Industrial Hygienist to establish and administer safety policies, procedures and programs for Maine Medical Center and subsidiaries. The role includes significant field work, safety assessments, and training programs to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.

The successful candidate will report to the Safety and Emergency Management Manager and collaborate with Safety Committee and Environment of Care subcommittees.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Physics or equivalent years of relevant experience required.
• License/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License required.
• Experience: One year of experience directly related to occupational health, industrial hygiene and safety required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and administer safety policies, procedures and programs for Maine Medical Center and subsidiaries.
• Conduct safety assessments and training programs in the field.
• Identify and analyze safety and loss control issues including life safety and hazardous materials.
• Communicate recommendations clearly to stakeholders and implement approved safety measures.

Skills

Industrial hygiene

Safety programs

Field work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety/Industrial Hygiene/Physics or equivalent

Job description

Location: Portland, ME
Facility: Maine Medical Center
Shift: Day
Job Category: Professional - Nonclinical
Req #: 87868
Date Posted: Aug 7, 2026

Description

Maine Medical Center

Professional - Nonclinical
Req #: 87868

The Industrial Hygienist position at MaineHealth is a professional role focused on establishing and administering safety policies, procedures, and programs for Maine Medical Center and its subsidiaries. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations related to occupational health and safety. The Industrial Hygienist will spend a significant amount of time in the field, actively engaging in safety assessments and training programs. This position is integral to the safety culture of the organization and involves collaboration with various committees, including the Safety Committee and the Environment of Care's subcommittees. The Industrial Hygienist will report directly to the Safety and Emergency Management Manager, contributing to the overall safety strategy and implementation of best practices within the organization. In this role, the Industrial Hygienist will be responsible for identifying and analyzing a wide range of safety and loss control issues, including life safety, hazardous materials, and industrial hygiene concerns. The position requires the ability to formulate effective solutions and communicate these recommendations clearly to stakeholders. The successful candidate will also be expected to implement approved safety measures and ensure that all safety training programs are effectively delivered to staff across the organization. This role is essential in maintaining a safe working environment for all employees and patients at Maine Medical Center.

Summary:
The OS Industrial Hygienist role is responsible for establishing and administering safety policies, procedures and programs ensuring compliance with Federal and State regulations. Implements safety training programs and spends most of the time in the field.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Physics or equivalent years of relevant experience required.
• License/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License required.
• Experience: One year of experience directly related to occupational health, industrial hygiene and safety required. Additional relevant experience can be substituted for formal education.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Ability to plan, calibrate, set up and operate air pumps.

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $71,448.00to $96,636.80per year.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [emailprotected]