Environmental Health Safety Specialist
Environmental Health Safety Specialist
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$ 48000 - 87000
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Job Description
At Vast our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations allowing longterm stays in space without the adverse effects of zerogravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven1 scheduled to be the worlds first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is allin committed to executing our mission safely and on time.If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity come join us.
Vast is looking for a(n) Environmental Health & Safety Specialist I or II reporting to the Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Manager to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificialgravity humanrated space stations.
This will be a fulltimeexempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities:
- Represent the EHS Department by actively being boots on the ground collaborating with Departments in the implementation/upkeep of EHS standards and policies.
- Participation in the implementation and adherence to sitespecific EHS policies is a key responsibility Job Hazard Analysis PPE selection Training.
- Conduct various EHS inspections including eye wash/shower stations portable fire extinguishers emergency lighting/exits fall protection equipment lifting straps and slings.
- Oversee compliance with regulatory mandates from CAL OSHA RCRA EPA SCAQMD DOT DTSC and CUPA.
- Manage tasks related to the handling storage and disposal of hazardous waste under RCRA LQG regulations.
- Manage hazardous waste storage areas to include weekly inspections proper storage labeling and housekeeping.
- Maintain record keeping including Uniform Hazardous & NON Hazardous Waste Manifests Bill of Ladings.
- Order and maintain adequate spill supplies: spill pads empty drums secondary containment and other equipment necessary to maintain safe handling and correct disposal of hazardous waste.
- Order and maintain adequate safety supplies: PPE Fall Protection LOTO monitoring equipment testing supplies.
- Maintain consistent communication with Operations Sr. EHS Manager and EHS Engineer about site projects that may impact EHS related plans and permits.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma.
- 2 years of experience implementing and overseeing aspects related to an environmental health and safety program
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Proven background in understanding and implementing health and safety plans and policies
- Handson involvement with emergency response involving both hazardous and nonhazardous material releases into the air soil and water.
- Expertise in overseeing Hazardous Waste storage and satellite accumulation areas.
- Experience in conducting Safety Audits being able to identify unsafe work conditions and practices.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace and MS Office Suite.
- Comfortable working within a construction or industrial setting.
- Excellent communication both written and verbal.
- Ability to work in a fastpaced and demanding startup atmosphere.
- A passion for fostering a positive work culture.
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
- Specific certifications as appropriate (DOT 49 CFR RCRA Title 22
Pay Range
- Environmental Health & Safety Specialist I: $48000.00 $69000.00
- Environmental Health & Safety Specialist II: $60000.00 $87000.00
Salary Range: California
$48000 $87000 USD
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls and therefore must either be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens U.S. nationals lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and asylees and refugees with such status granted not pending.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
