EHS Specialist

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EHS Specialist

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The job level may be adjusted at the time of hire should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced job in the career path.

Colorado hiring range: $27.66 and up per hour (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

Position:  Full time (Not remote)

Required Qualifications:

• Four-year Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Occupational and Safety, Environmental Science, or Environmental Engineering
• Two years of directly applicable experience

Internal Candidates only:

• OR High School diploma plus 6 years Environmental & Safety experience at an Altec facility in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.  At least one year of experience in Occupational Safety and environmental regulations experience at a local, state, or federal agency preferred.

Ensures the facility complies with all current environmental and safety regulations. Works to develop, implement and monitor environmental and safety programs, policies, and procedures.  Maintains environmental records and interfaces with regulatory inspectors on behalf of the facility supported.  Evaluates the facility’s procedures, facilities & equipment to identify compliance with environmental regulations and Altec environmental policies, programs, and unsafe conditions needing improvement. Identifies & evaluates detrimental working conditions & makes adjustments to safeguard associates’ health. Maintains safety and environmental records. 

Job Responsibilities:  80% Safety, 20% Environmental (Manufacturing Environment)

• Conducts environmental and safety training and education programs, and demonstrates the use of safety equipment.
• Serves as the assistant Primary Emergency Response Coordinator and Assistant Spill Team Leader for HAZWOPER certified responders at the facility
• Maintains the MSDS database at the facility.
• Coordinates the maintenance of the spill response equipment and countermeasures at the facility
• Coordinates and communicates "right-to-know" programs regarding hazardous chemicals and other substances and manages the Hazardous Waste Program.
• Conducts Hazardous Waste, Storm Water, and SPCC Audits, per Altec programs and policies.
• Serves as primary contact person with EPA and OSHA regulatory agencies.
• Involved in accident investigations
• Conducts Job Safety Analysis (JSA’s)
• Maintains all Environmental and Safety Governmental records.
• Manages and administers the Altec APSMS system the online (ACMIS) SDS records for the facility.
• Leads and coordinates Environmental and Safety Compliance and Worker’s Compensation RCI events.
• Participates in environmental and safety orientation and training for new associates.
• Develops & maintains industrial hygiene programs such as noise surveys, continuous atmosphere monitoring, and ventilation surveys.
• Develops and maintains medical monitoring programs for associates.
• Maintains compliance with Air Emission Program, Emission Tracking, and reporting requirements.
• Assists in permitting for Air, Storm Water, and Waste registrations.
• Coordinates and conducts Waste and Storm Water sampling and conducts monthly and bi-weekly storm water audits.

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.