Job Description:
About You
You're an independent and objective thinker who doesn't need a lot of supervision to get the job done. You have a keen eye for identifying potential issues, and you like to work as part of a team to create solutions. You're looking for a position where you can work both inside and outdoors. You're not afraid to research solutions when you don't know the answer. Training comes naturally to you, and you enjoy sharing your knowledge and know-how with others.
Position Snapshot
The EHS and Compliance Specialist is responsible for implementation of US Ecology's Health and Safety programs within your assigned region. You will provide technical support and independent oversight of health and safety compliance activities for our hazardous waste management facilities and service locations.
Day in the Life
After grabbing your favorite morning beverage, you can expect to:
- Head to your office, start up your computer, and review the day's schedule
- Travel between our Taylor MI and Findlay, OH sites to provide Transportation Compliance and Environmental, Health and Safety support to members in the field
- Visit customer sites to do "pre-job walks", providing valuable input into job planning and development
- Ensure any required permits (i.e. Confined Space Entry, Hot Work, etc.) are properly completed. If not, assist the team with properly completing the required paperwork before allowing the job to continue.
- Visit customer sites to do "pre-job walks", providing valuable input into job planning and development with safety and environmental considerations
- Investigate incidents and accidents and prepare written and/or electronic reports, make recommendations for corrective actions, participate in Incident Review Teams (IRT) meetings.
- Conduct in the field audits to ensure both customer and company procedures and safe practices are being followed.
- Identify hazards and formulate solutions with the team
- Provide sound recommendations to keep our site and teams safe
- Work on training items for the site (you'll be our resident expert!).
- Plan, organize and/or lead training sessions, "tailgate talks" and "safety stand-downs," and other informal jobsite trainings
What you need to apply
- An equivalent combination of education and experience. (college or job related experience in the field preferred, i.e. Environmental, Health and/or Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Transportation Safety.
- Moderate computer skills (experience with Microsoft Office Suite)
- 2-3 years of related experience required
- Willing to wear a respirator (clean shaven) and/or PPE as needed (some customers will require this to be onsite.
For your hard work
- Employer Paid Medical, Vision and Dental
- Employer Matched Pension Plan
- Educational Assistance Program
- Opportunity for Professional Growth
- Bonus Incentive Plan
US Ecology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors
US Ecology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors.