Safety Specialist

About the Position

Groome Industrial Service Group is seeking an EHS Specialist who is motivated, creative, compassionate, knowledgeable, and respectful. The EHS Specialist must be able to work frequently without direct supervision and collaborate with management, operations staff, administrative personnel, customers, government representatives, and contractors. The role includes mentoring field workers in a cooperative and supportive manner.

Why Work Here

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority 24/7/365.
• Competitive wages – salary range of $95,000 to $100,000 based on experience.
• Paid time off and comprehensive health benefits coverage after 60 days of full-time employment.
• 401(k) after the eligibility period with company matching.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Positive and safe work environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and reinforce safety culture in the workplace.
• Build relationships that inspire cooperative safety efforts.
• Conduct safety meetings.
• Inspect job sites to audit and mentor worker compliance with the EHS program.
• Prepare new hires for workplace entry.
• Conduct and/or coordinate EHS training and maintain training records.
• Ensure compliance with government, customer, and company regulations.
• Evaluate the EHS program and recommend improvements.
• Perform root cause analysis of incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Stay current on EHS trends, OSHA standards, ATF regulations, and other regulatory changes.
• Draft project-specific JHAs and HASPs.
• Assist Risk Management with information gathering and related tasks.
• Assist Compliance with administration of third-party administrators for contractor compliance.
• Leverage new technology when possible.
• Perform other EHS-related duties as necessary.

What It Takes

• High school diploma or GED.
• Clean MVR.
• 3+ years of direct, full-time EHS experience in the construction industry (preferably specialty trades and electrical power generation).
• Professional EHS certifications preferred (CHST, OHST, CSHO, CSSP, CSP, ASP).
• Ability to work remotely and travel across the U.S. and internationally as required.
• Current TWIC, Driver’s License, and Passport (or ability to obtain TWIC and passport within first 3 months).
• Practical experience with adult learning teaching practices.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Organized and self-motivated with ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and adaptability to new technology.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb ladders and stairs frequently.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Ability to wear a full-face APR respirator.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle.
• Ability to operate mobile equipment (e.g., MAWP, forklift) or obtain certification within first 3 months.
• Experience with heavy equipment operations preferred.
• English/Spanish bilingual preferred.