Specialist, Environmental Health & Safety

Delta Utilities Services•Mississippi or Louisiana, LA

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Specialist, EHS will have an active role in implementing, maintaining, and improving environmental, health, and safety programs across the organization. The Specialist, EHS will work independently on assignments, conduct safety audits, deliver training, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in EHS, occupational safety, environmental science, or related field
2–4 years of relevant EHS experience in manufacturing, utilities, oil and gas, or related sectors
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including EPA, OSHA, Louisiana DEQ (LDEQ), and Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) requirements.
Familiarity with incident investigation and implementation of corrective actions
Knowledge of industrial hygiene practices related to noise, air quality, and other workplace hazards
Ability to perform trend analysis using mathematical and statistical methods
Proficient in using Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong problem-solving skills and conflict resolution abilities
Able to operate a motor vehicle, including the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.
Able to perform on-site inspections.
Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
Able to sit for extended periods of time.
Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone, and other miscellaneous office equipment.
Able to exert up to 50 lb of force occasionally and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or move objects.
The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize, and analyze is required.
Able to work daily in all types of weather conditions.
Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to gaseous atmospheres on occasion.
Able to wear and operate personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hard hat, gloves, protective footwear, and earplugs daily.
Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT drivers and DOT safety sensitive positions.
May be required to remain in the service area during emergency events and assume responsibilities assigned by the company to aide in restoration efforts.
Compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) drug and alcohol regulations is required, including but not limited to pre-employment drug testing and background screening.

Nice To Haves

ASP (Associate Safety Professional), CSP (Certified Safety Professional), GSP (Graduate Safety Professional), or equivalent certification.
CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager)
REM (Registered Environmental Manager)
CEP (Certified Environmental Professional)
CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist)

Responsibilities

Develop and implement safety policies aligned with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and company standards
Conduct safety inspections and identify workplace hazards
Lead incident investigations and recommend preventive actions
Deliver safety training and maintain training records
Analyze injury and safety data to identify trends and improvement areas
Support industrial hygiene efforts such as exposure monitoring
Participate in emergency preparedness planning and drills
Assist in PPE evaluation and ergonomic assessments
Assist with implementation and maintenance of the company's Environmental Management System (EMS).
Conduct environmental compliance inspections and audits of company facilities.
Track environmental permits, renewals, and reporting deadlines.
Maintain environmental records required by regulatory agencies.
Support environmental permitting associated with construction and maintenance activities.
Coordination of company's air emission obligations including Greenhouse Gas (GHG) requirements, including collection, validation, and submission of emissions data in accordance with applicable EPA regulations.
Support field activities including, but not limited to hazardous waste, wastewater/soil, and air emissions. A particular emphasis is placed on storm water pollution prevention, waste remediation activities associated with natural gas utility operations.