Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Job Description

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Partners in the development and implementation of environmental, health and safety compliance programs.
• Conducts site inspections and participates in EHS auditing; recommends and follows through on agreed resolutions.
• Collects EHS metrics and reports, including use of EHS tools.
• Maintains injury/illness recordkeeping and reporting data.
• Ergonomics program leader. 
• Assists with EHS Director in the preparation of government reports, obtaining permits/certifications.
• Assist in Workers Compensation claims and programs, partners with case managers, recommends a plan of action or corrective action.
• Monitors, tracks EHS training programs, and maintains training database.
• Member of safety committee and safety awareness programs. 
• Conducts and assist employees on Behavior Based Safety observations. 
• Update or assist in Riverbay Corp job hazard safety analysis. 
• Assists indoor air quality and hearing conservation surveys. 
• Problem Solving and Incident/Accident investigations.
• Coordinates hazard communication and MSDS directories/libraries. 
• Assists to make sure the emergency response & evacuation planning is complete, up to date and well communicated.
• Assists in Regulatory documentation updates & specification requirements.
• Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Assist in department Toolbox safety talks/training.
• Conduct safety, environmental and building inspections.
• Assist with mold assessments and perform mold abatements with the following equipment: HEPAA vacuums, dehumidifiers, air movers, and various disinfectants. 
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director.

Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree preferred.

Work Experience and Minimum Requirements:

• Candidates need at least 5 years of EHS experience within a General Industry environment with prior safety duties or responsibilities.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations, required. 
• Works well under pressure, effectively handles intense situations, strict deadlines and multiple tasks.
• Ability to assess and implement EHS best practices.
• Excellent organization, recordkeeping and documentation skills

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good leadership skills and ability to mentor and motivate (a real passion for EHS)
• Effective management skills.
• Serves as a change agent to drive process improvements and change
• Creates alignment
• Must be adaptable and flexible.
• Ability to support a 24/7 general industry environment as business needs dictate. Work schedules could include days, nights or weekends as needed.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Working knowledge of the Yardi Work order System is a plus.
• Adept knowledge of various hand and power tools.
• Able to be proactive and resourceful, skilled at working independently and taking ownership over tasks and responsibilities.
• Must be able to drive consistent with applicable law.

Testing:

• Drug screening, as permitted by, and consistent with, applicable law

Physical Requirements:

Persons performing service in this position classification may routinely exert up to 100 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. This type of work will involve regular walking or standing for extended periods of time. It may involve stooping or bending. Handling and working with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person to perform the essential functions of the job.

Riverbay Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.