EHS Specialist

Job Title: EHS Specialist

Status: Full-time/Exempt

Reports to: Safety Director

Work Schedule: M-F (flexible hours)

Compensation: $65,000-93,000 per year

This pay range encompasses multiple levels of the role. Career level and compensation depends on applicants credentials.

At Utilitra, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, and credentials, when determining the base salary offered.

Company Benefits

• Company-paid health insurance (medical, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance are provided)
• 100% 401k match (up to 5% of salary)
• Paid holidays
• Paid personal/sick leave
• Paid vacation
• Paid parental leave
• Educational assistance
• Various discount programs

Work location can vary between Springfield IL, Effingham IL, Decatur IL, and Peoria IL

About Our Company:

Utilitra is a woman-owned provider of design, construction, and technology solutions, delivering trusted expertise across the full spectrum of infrastructure. Our diverse team of skilled professionals supports clients from the ground to the cloud, offering everything from underground construction and engineering to advanced technology, security, and IT solutions.

We are proud to be recognized by the St. Louis Business Journal as one of the Largest Woman‑Owned Businesses in the St. Louis area, one of St. Louis's 50 Fastest‑Growing Companies, and a Best Places to Work finalist. In addition, the St. Louis Post‑Dispatch has named Utilitra a Top Workplace for seven consecutive years.

Overview:

The EHS Specialist teaches, coaches and advises company personnel regarding company Environmental, Health, and Safety policies, procedures, and safety management systems to mitigate operational risk. A successful EHS Specialist will help develop processes and tools while also developing positive professional relationships and working closely with field personnel, all levels of management, and customer representatives during all phases of operations. This is an in-field / field-office setting.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This role has no direct reports.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• OSHA standards

• Monitors the company's safety standards in accordance with OSHA and state regulations

• Develops thorough knowledge of all related OSHA regulations and compliance requirements

• Research changes in OSHA regulations and prepares programs as required

• Training and New Hire Orientation

• Conducts formal safety training

• Provides onsite training for field personnel

• Conducts Union and Nonunion safety orientation

• Safety

• Works to align company safety philosophy with actual work practices

• Develops programs to encourage employee engagement in safety, improve hazard recognition and control, and foster a continuous learning environment

• Proactively suggests safety improvements, provides consulting, and tracks follow-up recommendations to completion

• Performs hazard assessments to reduce risk in all facets of work

• Conducts safety assessments/audits/observations and provides positive and constructive coaching for co-workers at all levels

• Assists in the implementation and administration of safety management system software and continuously seeks ways to leverage technology

• Assists in the administration and reporting for 3rd party safety monitoring services

• Participates in client safety meetings or conference calls conveys information from clients about their safety requirements on specific job sites or within their facilities

• Incident Investigation (vehicle, injuries, and property damage)

• Completes incident reports, OSHA-required documentation, and other client reports

• Critically assesses and evaluates hazards as well as taking corrective actions in the moment

• Documents findings, including "Root Cause Analysis"

• Communicate investigation findings and recommend how to prevent reoccurrences

• Verifies corrective measures have been implemented and enforced

• Supports mission, vision, and culture to foster a culture of respect, integrity, and kindness

• Performs other duties as assigned or prudent

• Cross-train in all facets of the Division to develop and grow in responsibility and scope over time

The person in this role will uphold the culture of Utilitra, including relationship building with customers as well as general behavior on Utilitra or client premises or at Utilitra-sponsored events.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree preferably in Safety, Engineering or Construction related field or in lieu of degree, seven years of experience in industrial/construction/utility safety is required.

• Three years or more Safety-related experience required. Construction or utility industry experience preferred

• Trenching & excavation experience preferred

• Solar installation experience preferred

• Strong skills in organization, communication, and attention to detail

• Experience giving presentations and formal training

• Computer and technology proficiency is essential (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and mobile applications)

• OSHA certifications beneficial (OSHA 500, OSHA 510, OSHA 30)

• Certifications in safety preferred (CSP, CIH, CHST, CUSP, etc.)

• Ability to prioritize and self-direct work with little direct supervision is required

• Valid driver's license is required

Physical Requirements:

• Stand and drive for prolonged periods

• Stooping, climbing, squatting, and walking

• Wear a respirator and personal protective equipment appropriate to the assigned work

• Work outdoors with exposure to extreme weather (hot and cold)

Travel Requirements:

This is a field position encompassing worksites throughout the assigned area and will require travel with up to 60% overnights.

Utilitra is committed to building and sustaining an equitable and inclusive work environment where diversity is expected and valued.  We believe that a diverse workforce benefits and enriches our mission, vision, and core values and is a critical component to our company's success.

Utilitra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We proudly extend consideration for employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, protected veteran status, or any other criteria protected by law.