Onsite Data Center EHS Lead - Safety & Compliance

Ericsson; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Ericsson Inc. in New Albany, Ohio seeks an EHS Specialist to support implementation and execution of the company's Environmental, Health, Safety, and Well-Being programs at a designated data center site.

You will serve as the primary onsite EHS resource ensuring a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment for employees, contractors, and visitors. Working within established policies, you will conduct inspections, assist with risk assessments, monitor compliance, support incident

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, or a related field.
• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications required.
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification required.
• 3+ years of Environmental, Health, and Safety experience in a data center, critical facilities, construction, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, or similar operational environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, hazard identification, incident reporting, and risk assessment processes.
• Familiarity with contractor safety management, permit-to-work systems, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and EHS management systems.
• Ability to work independently and effectively support multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support Ericsson EHS policies, standards, programs, and procedures at the data center site.
• Conduct routine workplace inspections, safety observations, and compliance audits to identify hazards and opportunities for improvement.
• Support risk assessments, job hazard analyses, permit reviews, and safe work planning for operational and maintenance activities.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, customer requirements, and site-specific procedures.
• Participate in incident investigations, near-miss reviews, and corrective action tracking to support continuous improvement.
• Oversee contractor safety activities, including documentation review, site orientation, work authorization, and compliance monitoring.
• Monitor high-risk work activities such as electrical work, lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work, confined space entry, working at heights, and material handling operations.
• Maintain EHS records, training documentation, permits, inspection reports, and compliance-related files.
• Coordinate and deliver site-specific EHS training, orientations, toolbox talks, and safety communications.
• Support emergency preparedness activities, including drills, evacuations, and response procedures.
• Support environmental compliance activities, including waste management, spill prevention, and environmental inspections.
• Track and report site EHS metrics, trends, and corrective actions while escalating significant risks or compliance concerns to leadership.
• Promote employee engagement and participation in safety initiatives, fostering a culture aligned with Ericsson's commitment to Target Zero.

Skills

OSHA 10

OSHA 30

Data center safety

Risk assessment

Contractor safety

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

EHS software

Job description

Ericsson Inc. in New Albany, Ohio seeks an EHS Specialist to support implementation and execution of the company's Environmental, Health, Safety, and Well-Being programs at a designated data center site.

You will serve as the primary onsite EHS resource ensuring a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment for employees, contractors, and visitors. Working within established policies, you will conduct inspections, assist with risk assessments, monitor compliance, support incident