EHS Specialist - Boston, United States - HGS Engineering, Inc.

Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

HGS Engineering, Inc., is a professional services consulting firm providing comprehensive environmental, engineering, health/safety, emergency management, and information technology support to the federal government and private clients.

HGS offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health care, vacation and sick leave, educational incentives, long term health insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

ROLE:
EHS Specialist


EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental or safety field (required)
• Master's degree in environmental or safety field (preferred)
• One to three years' relevant work experience
• Relevant active environmental or safety training records and/or certifications (preferred)

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate in a persuasive manner.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

DESCRIPTION:
HGS is looking for a high-speed, energetic environmental or safety oriented professional to join our team. We view this opportunity as a hybrid role, providing critical support to both our environmental and water safety divisions.

At minimum, the EHS Specialist is responsible for:

• providing assistance with regulatory research and report preparation;

- entering of audit findings into databases;
- mobilizing to the field in support of active environmental, health and safety contracts;
- developing and maintaining an operations schedule for environmental staff, including all mobilizations, interim and final deliverables, and staff availability;- travelling to various facilities for the purpose of collecting water samples by following written protocols (in accordance with contract specifications); taking field measurements of water (pH, temperature, etc.), following aseptic techniques to avoid contaminating sample containers; recording data carefully and completely; maintaining a familiarity with sampling-related contract specifications for each assigned facility; interfacing with clients (as appropriate) during sampling events and be prepared to respond to questions or concerns regarding contractual and/or methodological requirements; and performing other related duties as assigned


TRAVEL:

50% (Primarily within Massachusetts, New York, and New Jersey)


OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be a U.S. citizen
• Must pass preemployment drug screening
• Be capable of lifting 50 lbs. (unassisted)
• Be capable of being on your feet for hours at a time (during field work)
• HGS Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment. HGS prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Our policies, procedures, and practices with respect to all recruitment and hiring efforts are reviewed on an annual basis by an external organization as part of our active Affirmative Action Program.