Safety & Environmental Supervisor

Trane Italia; Arecibo (PR); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking an Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) leader for a on-site role in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. You will supervise plant operators, implement safety programs, and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA and local regulations.

The role requires a degree in engineering or related fields, 3–5 years of EHS experience, and a valid Class IV Wastewater Operator License. Strong English/Spanish communication and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Technology, Occupational Health & Safety, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in EHS.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Possess valid Class IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License (PR).
• MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operators and on-site teams; assign work plans and review compliance.
• Implement safety and environmental policies in line with OSHA, EPA, and local regulations.
• Lead training on waste management, wastewater treatment, and chemical handling.
• Maintain environmental files and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate data to advise management on environmental risk and improvements.

Skills

EHS knowledge

Leadership experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree, preferably

Wastewater Operator License (Class IV)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane®andThermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world’s challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.

Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.

We boldly go.

Where is the work:

On-Site (5 days)

What’s in it for you:

Responsible for addressing safety and environmental procedures and implementations to ensure full compliance with environmental laws and regulations. Manage and improve environmental and safety procedures in order to achieve continuous and successful results in compliance with all the regulations.

Where is the work: This position will be located in Arecibo.

What you will do:

• Supervise operators of the Water Treatment Plant, EHS Technicians and on-site Waste Contractors. Assign work plans and review compliance. Evaluate, analyze and implement opportunities for improvement.
• Implements safety and environmental policies including procedures in compliance with Puerto Rico local and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), EPA, EQB, PRASA, Solid Waste Authority, regulations, DNR.
• Represents the organization in community or industry environmental groups and programs.
• Implement programs to train managers and employees in work site practices, waste management, wastewater treatment plants, and correct handling techniques for chemicals, equipment, and other materials.
• Maintains environmental files and records in accordance to government requirements.
• Interprets data and observations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry guidelines and advises management accordingly.
• Uses 9 Step Problem Solving process to analyze all environmental accidents in the facility.
• Performs hazardous waste site investigations and develops a recommended action for management, which is in compliance with regulations.
• Evaluates water chemical analysis data in primary and supportive plant systems to determine compliance with regulations.
• Assess the environmental risk of activities and advise management on environmental impact.
• Serves as company representative in a variety of inspection processes including OSHA, PROSHA, EPA, EQB, PRASA, and Fire Department.
• Compiles and submits and environmental reports required by regulatory agencies such as EPA, EQB, PRASA.
• Confers with departmental supervisors, manufacturing representatives, and regulatory agency staff to discuss problems, to develop tests to detect hazardous leaks, and to design plans to monitor equipment.
• Ensure compliance of Waste Management Programs such as Hazardous Waste, Non Hazardous Waste Industrial and General Trash, Biohazard and Recycling. Ensure compliance and sign Hazardous Waste Manifests Reports. Assisting generators in all matters on wastes, including characterization, labeling, packaging, SAA compliance, HW Storage requirements. Identify, track and monitor waste throughout the facility. Ensuring that waste contractors have properly characterized the waste and have correctly packaged and labeled it before it is picked up. Monitor Waste Disposal Contractors. Signing all hazardous waste manifest shipping documents to an off-site facility. Tracking the waste from the time a disposal requisition is received to its final disposition in a treatment, storage, and disposal facility (TSDF) or other storage site. Maintaining all records regarding the waste as HW Manifest, Waste Characterization Profiles, Biennial Reports, RCRA Contingency Plans, and Exemption Reports among others. Make sure all departments that generate waste are properly training. Inspect the SAA and Final HW Storage [Main Accumulation Areas].
• Performs other duties and projects assigned.
• Maintain the work area clean and organized.
• Support lean initiatives (5s, RIE’s, SQDIP, MDI, 9 step).
• Comply with company policies and procedures, including EHS and ISO requirements.
• Maintains environmental files and records in accordance with government requirements.

What you will bring:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Technology, Occupational Health & Safety, or related discipline.

Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in EHS, preferably in Environmental.

Prior leadership or supervisory experience is preferred.

Preferably must possess a valid Class IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License issued by the Department of State of Puerto Rico.

Master’s degree, preferably

Computer knowledge (MS Office).

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Presentation skills.

Customer service oriented.

Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.

Knowledge in EHS laws and regulations.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$61,908.33 - $85,820.00

Compensation Type:

Salary

Incentive Eligible:

No

Sales Commission Eligible:

No

Disclaimer

We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role:

Yes

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.