Occupational, Health, and Safety Specialist

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Position Summary

This is a part-time position with day-to-day duties that include various types of assessments at client sites on an as-needed basis.  There is the possibility of this job moving to full-time if the candidate is willing to travel to other client sites outside of San Jose.  Assessment for the current position would be air monitoring at a landfill.  We believe collaboration is the key to success and pride ourselves on employee engagement to improve our organization and the clients we serve.  Visit our website at http://NES-EHS.com to find out more about who we are and what we do!

NES, Inc., conducts pre-employment drug screenings, background checks, and driving record checks for all new hires.

Essential Duties and Major Responsibilities

• Conduct facility site assessments at various client locations at the direction of the supervisor/manager. Document findings and observations in forms, field notes, chain of custody documents, etc., as directed.  
• Conduct hazardous building materials surveys (e.g., asbestos, lead, PCBs); mold and moisture, air quality, or exposure assessments; and/or monitor contractors' abatement activities, as needed.
• Collects samples of dust, gases, vapors, and other potentially toxic materials for analysis.
• Investigates adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment, lighting, and other conditions that may affect employee health, comfort, or efficiency.
• Maintains and calibrates field equipment.
• Assists in the preparation of reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Specialized Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient understanding of applicable environmental & safety regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to analyze, document, collect data, audit, and report results.
• Proficient in computer and MS Office skills.

Experience

• 1 or more years of experience as a technician in OH&S/IH.
• Direct experience conducting site assessments is preferred.
• DOSH Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) or Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) is preferred.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is preferred (with 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher certificates).

Education

• A high school diploma is required.
• A bachelor’s degree in core science or a closely related field is preferred.

Wage: Salary Range: $24.88 to $28.17

Work Schedule:  Varies based on business need, schedule may include weekends, and travel for this position will be approximately 80%.  

Benefits (Part-time only)

• 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match up to 7% of contributions
• Sick Pay

• Medical - six plans, including Kaiser (coverage begins on the 1st of the month after completing 30 days of employment)
• Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance (coverage begins the 1st of the month after completing 30 days of employment and is 100% employer-paid for the employee-only coverage)
• 401k Retirement plan with employer match up to 7% of contributions
• FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA, Lifestyle Spending Account (use for a gym membership, pet insurance, ski passes, exercise equipment, and so much more)
• Voluntary Life Insurance for the employee, spouse, and children
• Eight company-paid holidays per year
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

NES is a nationally recognized leader in providing environmental, health, and safety training and consulting, clan lab training, industrial hygiene, construction safety oversight, construction, and stormwater compliance services. We provide industrial hygiene consulting covering indoor air quality, mold, water damage, exposure to hazardous materials, and more. We deliver environmental compliance expertise on issues from air and water quality to waste management. NES offers training across a broad range of environmental health & safety issues and trains thousands of law enforcement personnel to handle clan lab investigations safely and effectively. Visit our website at http://NES-EHS.com for more information.