EHS Specialist

Why Join Altec?

The Altec Service Group – EH&S Specialist ensures All Parts Distribution facilities comply with all current environmental and safety regulations. Works to develop, implement, monitor, and manage environmental and safety programs, policies, and procedures.  Maintains environmental records and interfaces with regulatory inspectors on behalf of the facilities supported.  Evaluates each 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 ensure safeguarding for our associates’ health. Maintains safety and environmental records.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

•      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.

•       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 across Parts Distribution.

•       Coordinates the maintenance of the spill response equipment and countermeasures across Parts Distribution.

•       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) MSDS records for the facility.

•       Manages DOT Drug Testing for the facility.

•       Leads and coordinates Environmental and Safety Compliance 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.

•       Inspects and evaluates workplace environments, equipment, and practices, to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.

•       Completes and files all Environmental and Safety regulatory reports and submits required governmental reports for EPA and OSHA compliance.

•       Inspects specified areas to ensure the presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment, and first-aid supplies.

•       Investigates accidents to identify causes and to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future.

•       Investigates health-related complaints & inspects warehouses across Parts Distribution to ensure that they comply with public health legislation & regulations.

•       Maintains and updates emergency response plans and procedures.

•       Maintains inventories of hazardous materials & wastes, using waste tracking systems to ensure materials are handled properly.

•       Orders suspension of activities that pose potential exposure to workers' health, safety, and/or potential impact to the environment or ecosystems where the facility is located.

•       Provides new-employee health and safety orientations and develop materials for these presentations.

•       Interfaces with the Corporate Environmental Manager and Corporate Safety Manager regarding implementation of the Corporate Environmental Program and Corporate Safety Program.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

•       Four-year bachelor’s degree, preferably in Occupational and Safety, Environmental Science, or Environmental Engineering; OR High School diploma plus four years direct applicable experience in Environmental & Safety (i.e., EH&S Coordinator) at an Altec facility in lieu of a bachelor’s degree required.

•       Basic S&H Principles – Experience must include understanding of the following:

o   Basic application of regulatory standards (OSHA or DOT) - OHSA 30 hours training.

o   Application of simple hazard assessments (e.g., JHA/JSA)

o   Basic Hazard recognition skills (e.g., Guarding, slips, etc.)

o   Simple problem-solving abilities (e.g., job and/or gap analysis, etc.)

o   Root Cause Analysis - Participate in 5 whys, cause mapping.

o   Continuous Improvement at an individual level (e.g., Housekeeping, procedure, etc.)

o   Operational Knowledge.

o   Basic IH Knowledge.

OTHER POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

•       Analyzes effectiveness of environmental and safety systems or procedures.

•       Communicates technical information.

•       Compiles numerical or statistical data.

•       Conducts evaluations of worker exposure to radiation/noise

•       Confers with engineering, technical or mfg. personnel.

•       Develops environmental and safety regulations.

•       Evaluates distribution or processing systems.

•       Follows safe waste disposal procedures.

•       Inspects facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance.

•       Makes presentations on health or medical issues.

•       Performs environmental and safety inspections in distribution or repair setting.

•       Prepares environmental and safety reports.

•       Prepares technical reports or related documentation.

•       Recommends measures to ensure maximum associate protection.

•       Tests air quality, noise, temperature, or radiation

•       Understands engineering data or reports.

•       Uses hazardous materials information.

•       Uses knowledge of investigation techniques

•       Uses knowledge of materials testing procedures

•       Uses pollution control techniques.

•       Travel may be required.