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Environmental Health Specialist
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About Us
HSG, LLC (Herndon Solutions Group) is a
woman-owned business, founded in 2008 to provide environmental services,
emergency response planning, and sustainability management. Through a plan of
steady growth, HSG expanded its core services to include occupational and
environmental health, injury rehabilitation and fitness, and employee
assistance programs. We provide innovative services and solutions, tailored
specifically to our customers' needs, while minimizing organizational
risks.
General Description
This position performs duties within the field of Industrial Hygiene to support the Environmental Health Program at NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC), Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) and Patrick Space Force Base (PSFB). Position performs primarily field work with various types of Industrial Hygiene Surveys under the direction of industrial hygiene managers. The position must understand the use and operation of various types of industrial hygiene instruments such as sound level meters, velometers, integrated air sampling equipment, etc.
This position is represented by the International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW).
- Conduct industrial hygiene evaluations, collect and prepare samples for analysis, update applicable databases and maintain records.
- Prepares, sets up, calibrates and operates electronic or mechanical sample collection or testing devices as required to support program responsibilities.
- Cleans and maintains field operating and collection equipment and devices to ensure proper operation. Maintains field supplies.
- Ensures monitoring equipment is calibrated and properly maintained.
- Performs or assists with any departmental operations, as required or directed to maintain workflow.
- Performs range of administrative duties required to fulfill program or contractual requirements related to designated area of specialty, including record keeping, inventory maintenance, supply requisition, database maintenance and similar duties as assigned.
- Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition. Ensures safe operating conditions within area of responsibility. Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Properly manages by-products, which may include hazardous wastes, resultant from workplace activities. Specific responsibilities may include proper waste segregation, containerization, handling, and following site-specific workplace instructions.
- Properly manages colorimetric indicator tubes and ensure the proper disposal (potentially hazardous waste) of used tubes.
- Field and laboratory equipment including various meters, calibration devices, pumps, vehicles, computers, usual peripherals and common office equipment will be used.
- Demands of work assignments require some physical exertion such as climbing, walking, stooping, as well as, other more specific, but common, characteristics such as use of personal protective equipment. May required some limited work from heights. Use of personal protective equipment to include air purifying respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) are required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education / Training:
- High School Diploma with science related work experience. Associate or bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred. A minimum of two (2) years of experience is preferred.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
- Requires the ability to operate and maintain various types of equipment, record/download data, and effectively communicate verbally and in writing where information includes scientific terminology.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively are required.
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Programs.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for a federal security clearance.
- Must be able to work in confined/enclosed spaces and areas, wear fully enclosed protective suits and must be able to work at heights for an extended period of time.
Working Conditions:
- Must thrive in a team atmosphere and effectively work with all levels of employees. General office environment may require minor lifting, up to fifty (50) pounds, and bending. Demands of work assignments may require some physical exertion such as climbing, walking, stooping, working at heights and in small spaces as well as other more specific, but common, characteristics such as use of personal protective equipment.
- Complies with all Company health and safety policies and site-specific health and safety procedures. Participates in and supports the KEMCON safety program. Ensures safe operating conditions within area of responsibility. Identifies potential hazards, concerns, and safety incidents and reports to supervisory personnel.
HSG, LLC is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please contact HSG, LLC. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact HSG, LLC on 866-487-3895.
HSG is a drug-free workplace.