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Environmental Health & Safety Consultant

Triumvirate Environmental

New Braunfels, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 4 days ago

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5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

74th of 90 rated recycling and waste

Job description

Environmental Health & Safety Consultant
Triumvirate Environmental is looking for an Environmental Health & Safety Consultant to deliver short- and long-term consulting and staff augmentation solutions for our clients. This individual will have a strong understanding of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) concepts, issues, challenges, and will be able to identify unmet issues and opportunities with resolutions, for current and new clients, while ensuring the highest level of service.
Triumvirate Environmental is one of the largest environmental services firms in North America. Triumvirate provides leading institutions in the higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and industrial sectors with diverse services and advice to assist them with compliance management. At Triumvirate, we strive to WOW both our employees and our customers. Our unique culture fosters growth, development, education, and creativity.
This individual will report to a Regional EHS Director. This role will be onsite at assigned clients in Austin, TX. Relocation assistance will be provided.
Responsibilities:
  • Measure occupational and environmental hazards, such as noise and ergonomics, using calibrated scientific equipment and/or collecting samples of dust, vapors or gases according to a defined operating procedure.
  • Measure the effectiveness of engineered control systems such as fume hoods.
  • Participate in the inspection and examination of machinery and equipment, such as lifting devices, machine guards, or scaffolding.
  • Conduct workplace safety inspections according to a defined procedure, evaluating the use of personal protective equipment, such as respirators, respirators, protective eyewear, or hardhats, according to applicable regulations. These inspections of the workplace will involve talking with workers and observing their work.
  • Identify potential accident and health hazards, such as toxic vapors, mold, mildew, and explosive gas-air mixtures and help implement appropriate control measures, such as adjustments to ventilation systems.
  • Help investigate accidents and injuries, identifying causes and recommending remedial action.
  • Communicate with Client personnel regarding workplace safety issues, recommending corrective actions.
  • Conduct routine EHS safety trainings such as new employee orientation, hazard communication, fork truck trainings, without supervision.
  • Write reports, including accident reports, and enter information on required Occupational Safety and Health Administration recordkeeping forms.
  • Assist in the development of specific areas of occupational health and safety systems, including drafting or updating policies, procedures, and manuals.

Basic Requirements:
  • 2+ years' experience in an Environmental Health & Safety capacity.
  • Bachelor's degree or above in Occupational Health, Safety, or a related scientific field, such as biology, chemistry or engineering.
  • Completed two or more industry-recognized training courses (OSHA 10 or 30, ABSA, HAZWOPER, DOT/IATA HAZMAT Transportation).
  • Excellent communication & customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working as a professional advisor or consultant to third party clients.
  • Active member in at least one national professional safety organization including local chapters.
  • Working towards meeting the requirements of and obtaining one professional designation/certification (CSP, CHMM, CIH, etc.).

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Besides Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, we contribute to a 401k, offer a generous tuition reimbursement program, TONS of safety training for some positions with opportunities for external trainings and certifications, Mentorship & Career Succession Planning, Relocation Opportunities, Auto/Home insurance discounts, pet assistance discount plans, discounted movie passes & more!
To learn more about our business, culture, and the exciting work that we are doing in the industry, find us on LinkedIn, Instagram (@triumvirateenvironmental), or our website!
Triumvirate Environmental is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), Triumvirate does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.
If you have a disability and need accommodation during the application and hiring process, please contact us at https://www.triumvirate.com/contact or call us at 888-834-9697. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To view our California Privacy Notice and Policy, click here.

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