Environmental Health & Safety Associate in Brighton

Triumvirate Environmental, one of the largest environmental services firms in North America, is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Associate to join our Midwest team. As an EH&S Associate you will assist clients in protecting their employees, contractors and customers and to safeguard the work and surrounding environment. Working under the direction of the client EH&S staff, the EH&S Associate will help to design, implement, and evaluate safety programs, testing and inspecting the operating environment, conducting training, and act as a delivery resource to support a robust EH&S operation. This hands-on role will also support the hazardous waste and regulated medical waste programs including waste handling, preparation of waste shipments, material handling, inspections, and record keeping.

This position reports to a Regional EHS Director. This role is onsite at assigned clients and is based in the greater Detroit area.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct workplace safety inspections according to a defined procedure, evaluating the use of personal protective equipment, such as respirators, protective eyewear, or hardhats, according to applicable regulations.
• Participate in the safety inspections and examinations of machinery and equipment, such as lifting devices, machine guards, or scaffolding.
• Identify and measure potential accident and health hazards, such as toxic vapours, mould, mildew, and explosive gas-air mixture, using calibrated scientific equipment and/or collecting samples according to a defined operating procedure.
• Help implement appropriate control measures while updating standard operating procedures, such as adjustments to ventilation systems.
• Help investigate accidents and injuries, identifying causes and recommending remedial action.
• Write reports, including accident or ergonomic reports, and enter information on required Occupational Safety and Health Administration recordkeeping forms.
• Communicate with client personnel regarding workplace environmental health and safety issues, communicating and implementing corrective actions.
• Conduct routine EH&S safety trainings such as new employee orientation, hazard communication, and fork truck operation.
• Assist in the development of specific areas of environmental and occupational health and safety systems, including drafting or updating policies, procedures, and manuals.
• Support the hazardous waste and regulated medical waste programs including some waste handling, preparation of waste shipments, material handling, inspections, and record keeping.
• Rotating on-call responsibilities as part of our Emergency Response team (optional).

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Safety, or a related scientific field, such as Biology, Chemistry or Engineering.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Willingness to work in a variety of industry settings, client cultures and work locations.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without future sponsorship.
• Must have a reliable form of transportation.
• Must be willing to consent to Motor Vehicle Record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen (inclusive of THC).
• Upon employment, you will be required to participate in a random drug screening program (inclusive of THC) as part of our company’s commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to work overtime on a regular basis.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours within the work week (Monday through Friday).
• The EHS Associate frequently handles hazardous chemicals and biological waste and is responsible for putting on and taking off personal protective equipment. This role is considered safety-sensitive.

Preferred Requirements:

• Prior relevant industry experience.
• Active HAZWOPER 24 or 40 hour certification.

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.

Actual starting base pay may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, location and budget. Pay Range: $27 - $30 USD.