Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH CENTER INC. - 4.0

Surprise, AZ Job Details 22 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or

GED Full Job Description Position Description:

Purpose The EH&S Specialist - AZ is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of employees in the Arizona location by supporting programs in regulatory compliance, risk management, wellness, training, and incident response. Essential Functions• Conduct safety inspections and annual compliance audits at the Arizona facility that align with both Federal OSHA and state plans Coordinate and monitor Worker's Compensation claims, transitional work programs, injury investigations, and workplace accommodations Maintain relationships with occupational health providers, third-party administrators, and other regulatory agencies Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective action for workplace incidents Enforce and train on the organization's Drug Free Workplace Program Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and leadership, covering both regulatory requirements and site-specific topics Coordinate and maintain compliance with occupational health requirements, including drug screens, fit for duty, post-incident care, and vaccinations, in collaboration with healthcare vendors Inventory and inspect fire extinguishers, first aid stations, AEDs, and other EH&S items Respond to EH&S incidents at the Arizona facility Manage safety documentation and reporting, including OSHA recordkeeping, SDS database maintenance, incident rate calculations, work area inspections, and controlled documents or policy updates Serve as the primary environmental compliance contact for the Arizona location Maintains a thorough understanding of the environmental standards, processes, and regulations to ensure Environmental Management System requirements are adequately addressed. Ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, TRC Inc. policies and procedures, rules and regulations. TRC Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and is willing to make a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job. •Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Other Duties and Responsibilities (Non-Essential Functions) Identify safety and health process problems; assist in continuous improvement through metrics, audits, and trend analysis Support various departments and teams as needed, providing health and safety guidance and resources to help meet operational and compliance goals Attend workers compensation seminars and other relevant safety and health trainings as needed to stay current with changing regulations and best practices; provide guidance to the organization on available programs and recommend updates or improvements Maintain high levels of confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when managing sensitive health and personnel information Qualifications High school diploma, secondary education, or certifications required Previous business office experience preferred Experience in conducting health and safety related inspections OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred Experience in case management of injured workers Experience with workers compensation claims and programs Excellent computer skills using office applications Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent communication skills Excellent organization and planning skills Valid driver's license Support TRC Inc.'s Quality and EH&S (Environmental, Health, and Safety) efforts Working conditions Standard office, climate-controlled environment May be exposed to temperatures under 32 degrees and above 110 degrees May be exposed to inclement weather May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, such as gas, oil, and paint Some travel may be required Physical requirements Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment