Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Position Details:

• Hourly position based upon experience & skill level
• Contract with possible contract extension or hire
• Standard work hours: Mon-Fri 7:00am-3:30pm (after hours and/or weekends if project demands)
• Location:(2) Client Sites in Dekalb, IL, in the same vicinity.

Requirements :

• Plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA regulations
• Develops, implements, and delivers safety and orientation training programs.
• Inspects facilities to identify existing or potential hazards, recommends corrective measures, and verifies implementation.
• Maintains safety documentation including audits, inspections, Pre-Task Plans (PTP), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).
• Participates in accident and injury investigations and supports preparation of materials for hearings, lawsuits, and insurance cases.
• Excellent communication, organization, prioritization skills, and proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Other duties as necessary.

Required Qualifications :

• Minimum of 2+ year's experience in the construction industry in a similar role. Experience with large structured cabling projects and/ord data center construction projects highly preferred.
• Experience developing and implementing safety programs, conducting hazard mitigation activities, and supporting large-scale construction projects (data center experience preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety or related field OR a BCSP Certification (such as CSP, ASP, CHST or OHST).

Preferred professional certifications :

• OSHA Outreach Trainer Certification for OSHA 10/30 Hour