EHS Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• EHS Program Execution & Continuous Improvement
  • Support the development implementation and execution of environmental health safety and fleet safety programs
  • Participate in and support continuous improvement initiatives related to EHS and fleet safety performance
  • Assist with the rollout of new EHS tools processes and program updates across assigned locations
• Safety Culture & Incident Management
  • Lead or support accident and incident investigations related to EHS and fleet safety including root cause analysis and corrective action tracking
  • Support incident response activities including coordination with operations and medical providers as required
  • Accompany team members to medical appointments for work-related injuries or illnesses when necessary
  • Promote safety culture initiatives including hazard reporting near-miss reporting and safe work practices
• Training & Workforce Engagement
  • Develop and deliver EHS and fleet safety training for employees and supervisors
  • Conduct management and employee training related to EHS programs fleet safety and regulatory requirements
  • Support onboarding and recurring training efforts and maintain accurate training records
• Environmental Fleet & Regulatory Compliance
  • Support and oversee compliance activities related to FMCSA and applicable environmental regulations (including TCEQ) within the assigned area
  • Conduct field inspections audits and observations to verify compliance with regulatory and company requirements
  • Assist with documentation reporting and recordkeeping to support audits and inspections
• Field Presence & Stakeholder Coordination
  • Maintain regular presence at yard locations and job sites to observe operations and support frontline teams
  • Establish and maintain professional working relationships with suppliers customers contractors and local authorities as needed
  • Collaborate across departments and management levels to resolve safety and compliance issues
• Other Duties
  • Perform other EHS-related duties as assigned to support operational and compliance objectives

Leadership Responsibilities

• Associates degree in a safety-related discipline preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• EHS-related professional certification preferred (e.g. ASP CHST OHST or other BCSP credential)
• Prior experience in an industrial construction transportation recycling or similar operational environment
• Strong technical and written communication skills including proficiency with standard business software (e.g. Word Excel)
• Valid drivers license with the ability to travel locally; company vehicle provided
• Must be able to travel regularly and independently throughout the assigned region to support yard locations and job sites

• Ability to perform essential job functions in office and field environments with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments that may include noise dust weather exposure and moving equipment
• Ability to frequently climb on and off vehicles equipment and operational areas
• Ability to stand walk and navigate uneven terrain for extended periods
• Ability to occasionally lift carry push or pull up to approximately 50 pounds
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work flexible hours including early mornings and occasional weekends as business needs require
• Regular presence at yard locations and job sites often beginning around 6:00 a.m.