Safety Specialist

At APTIM , we come to work each day knowing that we are making an impact on the world. Our work spans from safeguarding and maintaining critical infrastructure to helping communities recover from natural disasters, from empowering our armed forces and first responders to reducing carbon and energy use, and from making cities more resilient against the threats of climate change to restoring contaminated ecological systems.

Job Overview:

This position reports to the Environmental, Safety, Health, Quality and Training Manager in support of the Decontamination and Decommissioning (D&D) of facilities at the Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory located in upstate New York. The Safety Specialist will be responsible for the implementation of EHS policies and procedures, ability to interpret and apply OSHA standards, EHS surveys and audits, maintain EHS documentation, collect and analyze EHS metrics, conduct accident investigations, participate in the safety committee. Provide safety field oversight of production personnel involved in radiological and RCRA D&D activities. This position requires the ability to write reports and procedures, computer skills, public speaking, participate in project meetings, work in a team environment, and excellent follow through.

What you can expect from APTIM:

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent

• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home

• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities

• A voice in making our company better

• Investment into your personal and professional development

Qualifications/Competencies/Experience:

• The position requires a minimum of five years of safety and industrial hygiene experience with CSP, CIH, CHMM or equivalent certification and a Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, industrial engineering or related field of study required.

• Working knowledge of OSHA Construction Industry standards.

• Experience in the fields of construction, demolition, remediation, asbestos abatement, lead abatement, lifting & rigging, ergonomics, noise, scaffolding, air monitoring and industrial hygiene equipment

• Prior shipyard, DOE, or Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program experience strongly preferred

• Experience in radiological and environmental decontamination and decommissioning fields a plus

• Must be a US Citizen, no dual citizenship

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Level L Security Clearance

• Must be able to obtain and maintain radiological qualifications-Overtime and occasional travel may be required

• Ability to lift 50 pounds

• Ability to pass and maintain a medical clearance for entry into radiological areas.

Additional Information:

• Relocation assistance available to those who qualify

• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews

• Complete company benefits package

• Company sponsored DOE clearance

• Tuition reimbursement program available

Who we are and what we do:

APTIM is a global industry leader headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. With more than 4,000 employees worldwide, APTIM specializes in critical infrastructure, technical and data solutions, program management, environmental services, resilience, as well as sustainability and energy solutions. Our dedicated people have the proven experience and expertise to provide integrated services and solutions to government agencies, commercial, industrial, and energy customers. APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and the natural world, and creating an inclusive equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our people.

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