Safety Technician

H2O Innovation; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Insurance: dental, vision & tele

401K plan with employer contribution

3 weeks paid vacation per year

12 paid wellness days per year

Flexible working hours & hybrid

Hands-on training and mentorship

Job summary

H2O Innovation is seeking an entry-level Safety Technician to join our growing team in a hybrid work environment. You will participate in inspections, develop compliance programs, and stay current on OSHA and water regulations while supporting staff and clients.

No prior HSE experience required; we'll provide training and mentorship to help you launch a career in health, safety, and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; valid driver's license.
• Strong computer skills: Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook.
• Interest in Health, Safety and Environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field inspections and audits to identify safety risks.
• Support development and maintenance of compliance programs.
• Learn and stay current on OSHA, Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act; related laws.
• Assist in guiding client requirements, local regulations, and company policy.
• Support frontline staff through coaching and knowledge-sharing.
• Help develop hazard assessments, permits, fall protection plans, and JSAs.

Skills

Health, safety & env

Problem solving

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Proactive learner

Safety certifications asset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Outlook

Job description

H 2 O is a smart water treatment solutions company. We simplify water treatment by integrating state-of-the-art technologies to solve water challenges for good with our team of trusted experts. Our mission is to provide services on an international scale, in a people-oriented, caring environment that fosters professional and personal growth. Be part of our talent pool and grow with H2O.

We are looking for an individual passionate about Health and Safety to join our team as a Safety Technician. This entry-level position is a unique opportunity to launch or pivot into a growing, in-demand career field — no prior HSE experience required.

New to the field? That's okay. If you're driven, detail-oriented, and ready to build a career in a growing industry, we want to hear from you. We'll provide the training and mentorship to help you thrive.

The Benefits

• Group Insurance plan including dental, vision & telemedicine;
• 401K plan with employer's contribution;
• Three (3) weeks of paid vacation per year;
• Twelve (12) paid wellness days per year;
• Flexible working hours & hybrid working;
• Hands-on training and mentorship to support your growth in the HSE field.

The Day-to-Day

• Assist with field inspections and audits to identify safety and compliance risks;
• Support the development and maintenance of compliance programs, including permits, plans and records as required by local regulatory agencies;
• Learn and stay current on relevant regulations, including OSHA Regulations, Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act and other applicable laws;
• Assist in providing guidance related to client requirements, local regulations, and company policy;
• Support front-line staff through coaching and knowledge-sharing;
• Help develop hazard assessments, permits (trenching, excavation, flagging), fall protection plans, confined space entry plans, JSAs, etc., under guidance;
• Participate in incident investigations and track corrective actions;
• Assist with Workers Compensation claims follow-up and return-to-work processes;
• Compile statistical data and reports;
• Support safety/compliance meetings;
• Assist internal and external stakeholders during regulatory inspections;
• Support local training initiatives and HSE/compliance projects;
• Contribute to ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 compliance efforts;
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by upper management.

The Skills We Are Looking For

• An interest in Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance — prior experience is an asset;
• High school diploma or GED;
• Valid driver's license;
• Comfortable with computers (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook); familiarity with HSE Management platforms or Learning Management Systems is an asset;
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and eagerness to learn;
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with the public, team members, and supervisors;
• Certifications in Safety or Water/Wastewater (ASP, CSP, CHST, OHST, CIH, CWP, CWO, CES, etc.) are an asset;
• Knowledge of water/wastewater treatment processes is an asset;
• Any background in public works, electrical safety, pesticide application, process safety, or heavy equipment is an asset.

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