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  • Posted Oct. 06, 2009

    PSC is hiring an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist in our Providence, RI facility. Candidates must possess a minimum of 0-3 years of experience in a hazardous waste or plant environment, have knowledge of EPA, DOT and OSHA regulations. BS in Environmental and/or Occupational H&S or related discipline, or 1+ years of EHS related experience. Background investigation and drug screen mandatory.

  • ** Interested candidates should apply on-line @ www.pscnow.com Ref. position: Environmental Technician – ESD576 **

    PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Supports operations EHS activities and assists the operations staff in fostering a zero tolerance culture, thereby ensuring environmental and safety compliance.
    • Understands applicable regulations and assists with development and implementation of programs to ensure compliance.
    • Assists with the training and orientation of new-hire employees; participates in the development and conduct of EHS and DOT compliance training.
    • Ensures all EHS and DOT recordkeeping is properly documented and maintained in a well-organized manner.
    • Assists in the management of environmental permit requirements.
    • Strictly enforces EHS regulations, policies and procedures, and the application of the Safe On Purpose program.
    • Conducts inspections and audits as required to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company policies and procedures.
    • Assists in mitigation of hazardous working conditions and unsafe employee activities through interface with management and field personnel.
    • Responds to management, customer and agency requests for EHS information on a timely and appropriate basis.
    • Participates in incident investigations; ensures timely and complete reporting and documentation of all incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions/activities.
    • Compiles and submits regulatory reports and statistical updates.
    • Serves as Project Site EHS Officer for larger projects requiring a dedicated EHS representative.
    • Performs other duties as required.

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