EHS Compliance Specialist with F.D. Thomas, Inc.
About The Position
F.D. Thomas, Inc. (FDT) is seeking a safety-driven professional to lead, influence, and enhance our environmental, health, and safety culture in a complex, high-risk environment. As the nightshift Site EHS Specialist, you will be responsible for conducting daily EHS observations of field crews, providing direct support to project management and EHS leadership to ensure compliance with safety, health, and regulatory standards. This role requires a strong field presence, with at least 80% of the workday spent onsite engaging with crews and monitoring safe work practices. FDT believes in hiring Great People to provide Great Work, fostering an Extraordinary Company culture where employees are valued and developed.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Must have a comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations for the construction industry.
- Competent knowledge and application of safety principles and practices.
- Must have a broad working knowledge in the theory and practice of IH including methods, procedures, and techniques used in collecting samples and testing for health hazards common in the industrial painting business.
- Must be able to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner.
- Must have excellent writing abilities in the preparation and delivery of safety plans, reports, training materials, investigations, and other written correspondence.
- Ability to effectively work with all levels of people from entry level laborers to Project Leaders, Division Managers, Corporate Office/Jobsite Staff, and Public Officials.
- Computer proficient using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Windows, Outlook, etc.).
- Must be able to organize and prioritize work with minimal supervision.
- OSHA 500 Certification
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) from the Board of Safety Professionals.
- No less than seven (10) years' experience in Safety or IH management.
- No less than three (5) years' experience in Construction Safety or IH management.
- 5 years of dedicated EHS experience in construction safety
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field of study preferred.
- BCSP Certification or able to obtain (ASP, CSP, and/or CHST)
- IH Sampling
- Hazardous Waste characterization
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Responsibilities
- Perform daily EHS observations of field crews and personnel.
- Maintain strong onsite visibility; able to work away from home on assigned jobsites.
- Attend early morning EHS and JSA meetings (7:00 AM or earlier).
- Work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed to support evolving EHS requirements.
- Multi-task effectively in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
- Apply diplomacy, professionalism, and stress management when carrying out job duties.
- Research, interpret, and apply OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other regulatory requirements.
- Conduct EHS assessments of work activities and evaluate site hazards.
- Develop and update Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Site Safety Plans, Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), Task-Specific Lift Plans, and Fall Protection Plans.
- Evaluate the adequacy of PPE and safety systems.
- Support management with EHS compliance concerns.
- Perform industrial hygiene sampling; demonstrate practical understanding of equipment and technical IH principles.
- Conduct Hazardous Waste Characterization, including CAM 17 and RCRA 8.
- Learn or perform testing and certification for Grade‑D breathing air.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
