Maritime EHS Technician: Safety & Compliance

Ameri-Force, Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry Leading Pay

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Short Term Disability Benefits

Term Life Benefits

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Ameri-Force, a leader in maritime staffing, seeks an Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Technician to support ship repair projects in Washington state. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and on‑site oversight aboard US Navy vessels.

You will ensure OSHA Maritime 29 CFR 1915 compliance, manage hazardous materials, conduct incident investigations, and maintain JHAs, permits, and training records in a fast‑paced shipyard environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of EHS experience in Ship Repair, Maritime, or Industrial environments.
• Experience working at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Naval Station Everett, or other WA Naval facilities preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA Maritime Standards (29 CFR 1915)
• Familiarity with Washington L&I regulations
• Experience supporting environmental compliance documentation
• Ability to work in confined spaces and industrial environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft applications
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage time effectively with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

• Provide on site safety and environmental oversight for shipyard operations in support of US Navy Ship Repair projects.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA Maritime (29 CFR 1915), Washington State L&I, Navy and shipyard requirements. Identify deficiencies, implement corrective actions, and track issues to resolution.
• Support confined space entry, hot work, fall protection, hazard communication, and general industry safety compliance. Conduct incident investigations and corrective action reporting.
• Coordinate hazardous material and hazardous waste management, including proper labeling, storage, documentation, and disposal in accordance with regulatory and shipyard regulations.
• Support environmental compliance activities including spill prevention, pollution control measures, environmental inspections and audit readiness.
• Assist with product approval and material control processes, including review of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), technical documentation and verification of materials for shipboard use.
• Provide industrial hygiene and exposure monitoring support as required, including assistance with sampling, ventilation verification, and respirator program documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organized safety and environmental documentation, including JHAs, permits, inspection reports, training records, waste tracking logs, and compliance records.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in a fast-paced ship repair environment.]
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Skills

OSHA Maritime knowledge

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school/GED, plus trade/apprenticeship

HAZWOPER and 10-hour OSHA Maritime Safety certs

Job description

Ameri-Force, a leader in maritime staffing, seeks an Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Technician to support ship repair projects in Washington state. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and on‑site oversight aboard US Navy vessels.

You will ensure OSHA Maritime 29 CFR 1915 compliance, manage hazardous materials, conduct incident investigations, and maintain JHAs, permits, and training records in a fast‑paced shipyard environment.