Ehs (environmental, health & safety) technician (part time, active secret clearance required)

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Manages and implements programs to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths, and financial losses. Develops accident-prevention and loss-control systems and programs for incorporation into operational policies of organization. Manages and coordinates safety activities. Identifies and appraises conditions that could produce accidents and financial losses and evaluations potential extent of injuries resulting from accidents. Conducts research studies to identify hazards and evaluate loss producing potential of given system, operation or process. Devises methods to evaluate safety programs and conducts or directs evaluations. Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions. Administers policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with development of new or modified strategic plans or policies. Ensures workplace safety is compliant with OSHA standards, DoD directives, and DCSA-specific policies. DCSA currently has 163 locations, for which the EHS Technician will be required to conduct safety requirements.

This position is part time with about 10 hours a week.

Responsibilities

• Facility Safety and Compliance: Ensure all DCSA facilities achieve and maintain compliance with applicable Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) standards. Conduct annual facility safety assessments using a RAC code-based prioritization approach to focus on facilities with the greatest safety risks.
• Mishap and Hazard Management: Investigate, report, and mitigate mishaps (e.g., ground, traffic, and occupational incidents) to prevent recurrence. Track identified hazards from identification to closure, ensuring timely follow-up actions.
• Proactive Risk Reduction: Implement programs to proactively identify and reduce workplace risks, including ergonomic stressors and illness hazards. Conduct ergonomic assessments and job hazard analyses to improve workplace safety.
• Program Reporting and Documentation: Deliver accurate, timely, and actionable reports ensuring all reports meet established timelines and quality standards. Reports include: Facility safety assessment reports, Mishap investigation reports, Hazard investigation reports, Ergonomic assessment reports, Monthly summary/status reports, Industrial Hygiene investigation reports, Agency employee safety training reports.
• SOH Program Support/Training: Serve as the expert SOH authority for the region, providing training, consultation, and technical guidance to DCSA personnel. Conduct at least one safety training session per quarter via MS TEAMS to instruct DCSA employees on how to report a mishap, or a hazard using the DCSA Safety module and any other subject with the goal of enhancing awareness and compliance with safety standards.
• Facility Project Safety Oversight: Attend facility renovation and Military Construction (MILCON) project meetings to ensure compliance with OSHA standards. Accompany the Logistics Facility Manager on the “punch walk”. Document safety concerns and provide recommendations to mitigate risks during construction and renovation activities.
• Quality Control and Assurance: Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure all services are performed in accordance with the requirements of the Performance Work Statement. The QCP shall detail the Contractor’s procedures for the following: Inspection System, Deficiency Identification, Corrective and Preventive Actions, Performance Requirements Summary (PRS) Alignment, Documentation and Records, Customer Feedback.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of direct, hands-on industry experience in environmental, health, and safety or a related field certified in risk management and health/safety management.
• US Citizen.
• Current and valid Driver's License.
• 75% travel.
• Current SECRET security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering or related safety field.
• Desired Certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification with Board of Certified Safety Professionals or equivalent credentials.

This position is contingent upon contract funding. Applicants selected may be offered the job but cannot begin work until funding has been confirmed.