Safety Specialist- Contract Position
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Job Location:
San Francisco, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 45 - 65
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Safety Specialist San Francisco Bay Area CA
Temporary/Contract Position for 12 weeks (2-4 days per week)
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced EHS professional with a minimum of 3 years of applied safety experience supporting regulatory compliance site inspections and safety program development. This role is based in South San Francisco CA and supports site-based environmental health and safety programs within a biotechnology and research environment. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of OSHA regulations biosafety programs and environmental compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Support implementation and compliance with federal state and local EHS regulations (OSHA EPA etc.)
Conduct site safety inspections audits and compliance assessments
Develop implement and deliver EHS and biosafety training programs
Investigate incidents accidents and near misses; develop corrective and preventative actions
Support environmental compliance programs including air water and hazardous waste management
Maintain EHS documentation reports and regulatory records
Track and analyze EHS metrics and performance indicators
Support development of site-specific safety plans and procedures
Provide technical guidance on safety biosafety and industrial hygiene matters
Collaborate with operations laboratory personnel and management to improve safety culture
Stay current on regulatory changes and assess impacts to site operations
Required Certifications Licensing and Eligibility:
Bachelors degree in Environmental Health & Safety Engineering or related field (required)
Minimum 3 years of professional EHS experience
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Strong knowledge of OSHA and applicable state regulations
Valid drivers license (if required for local travel)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting biotechnology laboratory or research environments
Experience with biosafety programs and regulatory compliance
OSHA 30-hour certification
HAZWOPER 40-hour certification
Professional certifications such as ASP CSP CIH RBP or CBSP (preferred)
Experience with environmental programs (air water hazardous waste)
Strong technical writing communication and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment
Working Environment:
This position is based in South San Francisco CA and requires on-site work at a biotechnology research facility. The role involves collaboration with laboratory staff operations teams and EHS leadership to support a safe and compliant working environment.
About HETI:
Founded in 1986 HETI is a full-service nationwide environmental consulting firm providing services in site assessment remediation risk characterization industrial hygiene and occupational health & safety. We serve commercial industrial government legal and insurance clients across the U.S. through our regional office network.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer a friendly flexible work environment.
Compensation: $45.00 - $65.00 per hour
About Us
HETI is a multi-disciplinary full-service environmental health & safety and risk management company specializing in the assessment and management of risk and liability. The tools of our trade are environmental site and indoor air quality assessments risk characterizations remediation technologies emergency response services occupational health and safety services loss control surveys risk management consulting safety services and litigation/expert witness support.
Careers
Thank you for your interest in joining HETI. We are dedicated to hiring and retaining the most qualified employees in the industry and are always searching for gifted and committed professionals to join our team.
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