Safety, Health & Environment Technician III

AECOM; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 49,593 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Safety, Health, and Environment Field Specialist to provide on-the-ground safety support for Oil & Gas and Remediation projects. You will act as the eyes and ears on project sites, identifying hazards and leading corrective actions to protect field personnel.

The role requires 4+ years of field safety experience, OSHA 30/CHST credentials are preferred, and candidates must pass background checks. On-site work with potential remote sites is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 4+ years in safety, health, and environment on field Oil & Gas or remediation projects.
• Candidates must pass client-specific background and drug/alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Act as on-site safety representative providing continuous field support and oversight.
• Conduct routine and unscheduled site visits to monitor safety policy compliance.
• Identify hazards and coordinate corrective actions with field teams.
• Assist with incident investigations including root cause analysis and documentation.
• Perform Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) to ensure readiness prior to operations.
• Support safety audits, inspections, and regulatory checks.
• Communicate safety expectations and reinforce best practices with crews and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate records of site observations, incidents, and safety activities.

Skills

Field safety

Incident investigations

PSSR (Pre-Startup Safety Reviews)

Hazard recognition

Regulatory compliance

Independent work

OSHA 30

CHST

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Safety, Health, and Environment Field Specialist to provide on-the-ground support for Oil & Gas and Remediation projects. This role focuses on ensuring safe field execution through real-time observation, site engagement, and incident response. The successful candidate will serve as the “eyes and ears” on project sites, helping to identify and mitigate risks, conduct site visits, and support a strong safety culture across active operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as on-site safety representative providing continuous field-level support and oversight.
• Conduct routine and unscheduled site visits to monitor compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Serve as the “eyes and ears on the ground,” identifying hazards and working with field teams to implement corrective actions.
• Support and participate in incident investigations, including root cause analysis and documentation.
• Perform Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) to ensure readiness and compliance prior to operational activities.
• Assist with safety audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance checks.
• Communicate safety expectations and reinforce best practices with field personnel and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate records of site observations, incidents, and safety activities.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma and 4+ years of experience supporting safety, health, and environment activities in field-based Oil & Gas or remediation projects or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass client-specific background and drug & alcohol screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of field safety experience in Oil & Gas, construction, or environmental remediation settings.
• Professional certifications such as OSHA 30, CHST, or equivalent.
• Hands‑on experience conducting incident investigations and PSSR processes.
• Strong understanding of field safety practices, hazard recognition, and mitigation techniques.
• Ability to work independently in dynamic and potentially remote field environments.

Additional Information

• No sponsorship will be provided now or in the future for this role.

Compensation

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $36 to $50 per hour.

Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

On‑Boarding Requirement

All newly hired employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.