Safety and Health Specialist_
Washington
**PAC**
**Job ID 2460040**
**PacArctic, LLC** , a Koniag Government Services company **,** is seeking a Safety and Health Specialist who is eligible to obtain a Public Trust to support **PAC** and our government customer in Washington, DC.
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
PacArctic, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is currently recruiting a Safety & Health Specialist who will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting environmental health data to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and promote the health and safety of our federal government client’s employees. Specific tasks to be performed include the following:
**Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:**
+ Issue hot work permits and confined space entry permits.
+ Update and maintain SDS records.
+ Assist in the development and implementation of equipment-specific energy control procedures.
+ Provide technical consultation services including review of projects, documents, plans policies, procedures, guidelines, and handbooks.
+ Develop and implement various policies, plans, procedures, and guidelines, including the customer agency’s EHS and EMS Manuals
+ Conduct exposure monitoring to occupational stressors such as noise, dust, airborne chemicals, and non-ionizing radiation.
+ Conduct powered industrial truck (PIT) operator competency assessments and maintain a spreadsheet of all certified PIT operators.
+ Using CORITY database to input injury, illness, and near miss information
+ Assist the customer with special projects as requested such as EHS training needs, preparation of EMS programs, various audits, ergonomic assessments of workstations, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) assessments, Machine Guarding Assessments
+ Assist EMS Management Representative with EMS Internal Audits
+ Assist in developing and maintaining equipment specific energy control procedures for Control of Hazardous Energy Program (Lockout/tagout) upon request.
+ Conduct safety, health, environmental, and fire prevention inspections of production and non-production areas.
+ Monitor overall compliance with OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910, and Environmental Management System Policies and Procedures
+ Conduct daily visits to various production areas to monitor general EHS items such as, the use of personal protective clothing and equipment, and report on the conditions of life safety and fire protection equipment.
+ Notify supervisor immediately of potential risks, when unsafe situations are determined to be imminent or serious based on the investigations.
+ Provide written monthly inspections (annual and semi-annual safety inspections) reports with a summary of all violations observed, photos, recommended corrective actions and deadlines for correction.
+ May be required to submit work request(s) and/or service requests to prioritize repairs as needed to expedite work.
+ Provide quality reports on inspections of assigned areas and needed repairs.
+ Investigate and document Incident Report/Accident Investigations immediately upon notification.
+ Respond to and investigate reports of employee injury/illness, near misses, and complaints related to EHS concerns such as unusual odors, chemical spills, or improper configuration of machinery.
+ Maintain spreadsheets of work-related injuries, illnesses, near misses and other environmental health concerns such as spills.
+ Make recommendations to appropriate staff on jobs that should be reviewed using OSHA’s Job Hazard Analysis Guide or guide recommended by the customer and complete Job Safety Analysis
+ Provide written inspection summary for the evening shift, using the Activity Log, listing all violations observed, photos, recommended corrective actions and deadlines for correction.
+ Assist with inventory of supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory and to ensure continuity of services.
+ Maintain a document filing system (electronic and paper) and perform other clerical functions.
+ The qualified candidate will exhibit the ability to work and multitask independently or in a collaborative environment.
+ A bachelor’s degree is required for this position.
**Minimum Education Requirements, Certification, Licensure and Experience:**
+ B.S. / B.A. in chemistry, engineering, environmental science, industrial hygiene, safety, occupational health, or other science related field. Areas of technical specialization must include all areas of Environmental Management, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Occupational Health is required.
+ Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience in the environmental or health and safety industry
+ Areas of technical specialization must include all areas of Environmental Management, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Occupational Health
+ Successfully pass a law enforcement and financial background check for the purpose of obtaining a U.S. Government Security Clearance (Public Trust)
+ Must complete annual HAZWOPER training as specified by 29 CFR 1010.120
+ Must be flexible and willing to cover other shifts due to absences.
**Other Requirements:**
+ Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
+ Must be professional, organized, and efficient.
+ Maintain confidentiality of all information
+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy in repetitive tasks
+ Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
+ Complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
+ Effective written and oral communication skills
+ Computer skills including Excel, PowerPoint, Word
+ Collaboration and teamwork to cover all shifts due to absence.
+ Agency level clearance is required for this position.
**Desired Qualifications:**
+ Demonstrated ability to work as a solid contributor in a team environment.
+ Capable of multi-tasking and changing direction depending on workload.
**Working Environment & Conditions**
This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.
The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
**Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy**
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at [email protected] or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.
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