Industrial Hygienist

Minimum Qualifications:

• Level 3: Bachelor of Science in Industrial Hygiene or related degree recognized by the Board for Global EHS Credentialing (BGC) plus (5) years of IH experience or MS in IH or related degree and (2) years of IH experience.

• Level 4: Bachelor of Science in Industrial Hygiene or related degree recognized by the Board for Global EHS Credentialing (BGC) plus (9) years of IH experience or MS in IH or related degree and (6) years of IH experience.

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance which requires US citizenship.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

• Experience/Education in Industrial Safety.

• Previous laser safety experience or ability to complete laser safety officer qualification.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this classification the employee is frequently required to stand walk sit stoop kneel bend and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type handle materials manipulate tools and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment ladders >6 feet protective clothing and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is Official Use Only (OUO) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($77628 - $159228 ) / Level 4 ($93204 - $191076). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education relevant experience and other credentials.

• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical Dental Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors including employment status and position classification.

At this time BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.) including consular visas.

INL is a science-based applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energys mission in nuclear energy research science and national defense. With more than 6300 scientists researchers and support staff the laboratory works with national and international governments universities and industry partners to change the worlds energy future and secure our nations critical infrastructure.
INL Mission
Our mission is to discover demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the worlds energy future and secure our nations critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see .

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information
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Idaho National Laboratory is hiring an Industrial Hygienist to work in our Environment Health Safety and Quality department supporting Research & Development (R&D) in Energy Environment Science and Technology Nuclear Science and Technology and National and Homeland Security directorates. Our team follows a 9x80 schedule with every other Friday off.

The position primarily supports Idaho Falls facilities but some support will also be provided to programs/projects located on the desert site. This position will develop implement and maintain programs to prevent or correct unsafe acts and unsafe working conditions reduce or eliminate chemical and physical workplace hazards and reduce or eliminate employee injury in R&D. Ensures compliance with 10 CFR 851 DOE Worker Safety and Health Program through company procedures and policies which incorporate OSHA regulations and other consensus standards. This position will report to the R&D Occupational Safety and Health Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Apply a full and comprehensive understanding and application of industrial hygiene (IH) principles theories and concepts needed to support complex work activities.

• While the primary focus of this role is industrial hygiene the successful candidate will also be expected to obtain internal qualifications and take on responsibilities related to industrial safety as part of their core duties.

• Perform IH Exposure Assessments (EAs) and sampling activities to characterize employee exposures to hazardous agents and communicate results to management and employees.

• Conduct field assessments including area/job walk-downs.

• Evaluate the implementation of company industrial hygiene and safety programs and policies.

• Interact with research personnel and laboratory managers on complex IH and safety matters requiring critical thinking and coordination between organizations.

• Implement programs policies and procedures associated with the recognition measurement evaluation and control of chemical physical and biological health hazards.

• Communicate industrial hygiene and safety program and policy requirements as they apply to planned or existing R&D project or program activities.

• Identify and analyze hazards associated with work activities and establish appropriate hazard controls and mitigations for identified hazards.

• Assist in the development of R&D project or program work control and procedure documents.

• Enable research activities while ensuring they are conducted safely.

• Serve as an R&D Laser Safety Officer (LSO) including annual inspection of class 3B and 4 lasers.

• Provide technical support and information to line management including support on complex industrial hygiene and industrial safety issues.

• Provide input to R&D project-specific industrial hygiene and safety goals and initiatives.

• Assist management and employee safety team members on accident investigation and root cause analysis in accordance with company procedures.

• Serve as a team leader while managing multiple tasks for projects with increasing scope and risk.

• Other duties as assigned.