Training and Safety Specialist

PERMA FIX ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INC • Richland, WA

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About The Position

Non-exempt position. Maintain and implement the Personnel Training Program and provide Health and Safety (H&S) Program support.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Working knowledge of Washington State L&I / WISHA regulations, OSHA standards, EPA requirements, and other applicable federal and state safety regulations.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in health and safety, industrial hygiene, safety training, or regulatory compliance in an industrial environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to regulatory compliance.
• Good attendance record.

Nice To Haves

• Experience conducting facility safety audits, workplace hazard assessments, and industrial hygiene evaluations preferred.
• Current HAZWOPER 40-hr certification preferred.
• Current HAZWOPER 8-hr refresher certification preferred.
• Radiation Worker certification preferred (if applicable to facility operations).

Responsibilities

• Work in a mixed waste processing facility while maintaining strict adherence to safety and industrial hygiene requirements.
• Implement and maintain a comprehensive Personnel Training Program to ensure regulatory and operational compliance.
• Ensure compliance with Washington State L&I / WISHA safety standards, OSHA regulations, EPA requirements, permits, licenses, and internal procedures.
• Conduct routine facility safety audits, hazard assessments, and compliance inspections to identify and mitigate workplace risks.
• Provide initial, refresher, and specialized health and safety training for employees and contractors, including hazard communication, PPE, emergency response, and industrial hygiene practices.
• Support development and maintenance of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), safety procedures, and regulatory documentation.
• Conduct incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking related to workplace injuries, exposures, or safety violations.
• Maintain calibration and operational readiness of industrial hygiene and H&S monitoring equipment.
• Maintain safety, training, and compliance databases using Microsoft and other EHS systems.
• Assist with administration of the Occupational Health Program, including exposure records and medical surveillance coordination when required.
• Support plant personnel in implementing safe work practices, hazard controls, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Assist with regulatory inspections and audits conducted by state or federal agencies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees