Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Biotech)Wagner Equipment Co. offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training, and employee development. This role supports our Colorado region and provides the tools you need to maximize your potential and grow within the company.BenefitsPaid Time Off (PTO) Plan – Up to 96 hours of PTO in your first year + 8 company paid holidaysMedical, dental, and vision insuranceLife and AD&D InsuranceRetirement Plans – 401K and Roth 401K; eligible employees can receive a company contribution up to 7%Tuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)CEFCU – Employees have access to payroll deductions, savings accounts, loans, VISA card, and moreSupplemental life insurance, Critical Illness + Accidental Insurance, ID WatchDog, and discounted employee phone plansPay Rate & LocationPay Rate: $67,873.44 – $101,800.00 annually (dependent on education and experience)Location: 700 Wagner Court SE, Albuquerque, NM 87105Job DescriptionThe Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist implements and administers company-wide safety, accident prevention, and occupational health programs to prevent or reduce industrial injuries and illnesses in line with the company's vision of working as "One Professional Team." The role also implements environmental programs to reduce waste, prevent pollution, and ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws. The specialist will ensure compliance with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, EPA, and other federal, state, and local laws and regulations while also implementing and administering physical security for company facilities.Essential FunctionsStudies, helps develop, and promulgate procedures and policies.Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal safety and environmental laws including OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and EPA.Represents the company at city, county, state, and industry meetings, committees, and conferences.Provides data to customers as part of bid packages and pre-qualification.Becomes directly involved in confidential and sensitive issues.Interprets policies and laws, advises, and counsels company management.Performs personnel sampling (sound levels, hazardous material exposure, etc.) and implements corrective actions as necessary.Ensures adequate safety and health, first-aid, and environmental-related training.Serves as an environmental, health, and safety resource for management and employees.Assists in formulating, developing, and directing all facets of the company accident-prevention program.Assists in developing and administering emergency plans.Assists in formulating, developing, and directing all facets of the company environmental program.Assists in conducting root cause analysis for accident investigations.Conducts or ensures facility inspections to help identify safety and environmental hazards.Monitors changes in governmental regulations and advises management on compliance.Performs environmental samplings of waste streams and potentially hazardous materials.Other duties as assigned by manager.Required Education and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GEDBachelor's Degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred)2+ years experience in a position requiring knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations and administering policies to ensure compliance.1+ years administrative/clerical experience1+ years customer service experience1+ years supervisory experience3+ years technical or mechanical experienceAdditional Eligibility RequirementsCertification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals or similar training/certification is a plusPhysical Demands & CompetenciesStanding, walking, talking, sitting, use of hands & hearingWalking on uneven surfaces and stairsPrimarily sedentary work involving sitting/standing but may require occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 poundsData entry, telephone, reading/writing, reasoning, organizational, communication, and math skillsSafety & product knowledgeInjury prevention and injury case management (including OSHA/MSHA record-keeping)Knowledge/competency in a variety of environmental, health, and safety topicsExcellent communication skills for working with all levels of leaders, employees, and customers, training/teaching, presenting, drafting reports, and policiesDetailed knowledge of accident prevention, public safety, accident investigation, motor vehicle accident prevention, fire prevention, workers' compensation, and securityStrong employee relations and interpersonal skillsStrong analytical skillsIntermediate knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other internet/computer softwareWork EnvironmentNoise: ModerateIndoors and outdoors in a variety of temperature/weather conditionsSome office workTravel Requirements25–50%Primarily driving within Colorado to visit branches (company vehicle provided)Other DutiesJob offers are contingent upon all required pre-employment screenings which may include background checks, drug/alcohol testing, fit-for-duty testing, and any other job-related tests/screenings.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.Equal Opportunity StatementWagner Equipment Co. is an EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabled employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.J-18808-Ljbffr