Environmental Health & Safety Field Specialist

Why Work For Us?

• Great Pay - opportunity to participate in AAA discretionary annual incentive plan or other incentive plans depending upon position
• 401k Matching – $1 for $1 company match up to 6% of eligible earnings per pay period
• Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, wellness program and more!
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off – Team Members accrue paid time off monthly. Depending on position, an additional 24 hours per year are earmarked for volunteer activities.
• Collaborative Environment – AAA will value your contribution to providing exceptional service to our members
• Free AAA Classic Membership
• AAA Product Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

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The EHS Field Representative performs critical work to ensure the safety, health, and environmental compliance of MWG’s field operations. This role manages the department level programs and acts as a frontline subject matter expert by conducting inspections, leading incident investigations, and fostering a proactive safety culture across multiple jurisdictions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Compliance and Regulatory Adherence (Facilitation-Focused)
  • Guide Operations leaders in ensuring all operations comply with local, state, and federal Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
  • Provide guidance and resources to operations teams to maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable EHS laws, standards, and best practices.
  • Conduct site inspections and coaching with Operations Leaders to collaboratively identify non-compliance risks and unsafe conditions.
  • Support Operations Leaders in managing and tracking regulatory documentation, permits, and reporting requirements.
• Risk Assessment and Hazard Control (Guidance-Focused)
  • Coach Operations Leaders on performing comprehensive Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and risk assessments for all operations activities.
  • Provide tools and guidance to Operations Leaders for identifying potential hazards (physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic) and implementing effective control measures within their teams.
  • Monitor the consistent enforcement of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use by personnel, working primarily through Operations Leaders.
  • Advise Operations Leaders on proper hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal procedures.
  • Facilitate ergonomic awareness and provide resources for Operations Leaders to implement assessments and controls for operations and office workspaces to prevent musculoskeletal injuries within their teams.
• Communication and Culture
  • Develop and distribute clear EHS communication materials for Operations Leaders to deliver EHS policies, procedures, and updates effectively to operations personnel and contractors.
  • Serve as an EHS advisor and coach to Operations Leaders, empowering them to foster a positive safety culture as the primary EHS point of contact on site.
  • Provide effective safety meeting content and training to enable Operations Leaders to conduct safety meetings (e.g., tailgate talks, weekly safety briefings).
• Incident Management and Investigation
  • Support and guide Operations Leaders in their immediate response to all EHS incidents, near misses, and emergencies.
  • Lead or co-facilitate thorough incident investigations with Operations Leaders to determine root causes and ensure consistency.
  • Coach Operations Leaders on developing, implementing, and tracking corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs) to prevent recurrence within their scope.
  • Maintain accurate central records of all incidents, investigations, and follow-up activities.
• Auditing and Reporting
  • Consolidate and analyze EHS performance reports, summarizing key metrics, incidents, and audit findings, often sourced from Operations Leader input.
  • Collaborate with Operations Leaders to prepare for and participate in internal and external EHS audits and inspections.
  • Support Operations Leaders in maintaining site-specific EHS records, including training rosters, inspection logs, and monitoring data.
  • Guide Operations Leaders in ensuring emergency response plans are current, site-specific, and effectively communicated, including conducting drills.
• AI Use and Technology Integration
  • Train and support Operations Leaders in utilizing EHS software, data analytics, and mobile applications (technology) to streamline inspections, recordkeeping, and reporting at the operations level.
  • Identify and pilot opportunities for integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning tools (e.g., computer vision) for predictive hazard identification and safety monitoring, then roll out implementation through Operations Leaders.
  • Ensure Operations Leaders maintain EHS data integrity and leverage digital tools for real-time EHS performance visibility in the operations.
  • Support Operations Leaders in managing and tracking regulatory documentation, permits, and reporting requirements.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Regulatory Expertise: Thorough knowledge of federal OSHA/EPA standards and relevant state-level safety codes.
• Operational Insight: Analytical skills to assess field data and recommend best-practice solutions.
• Communication: Ability to influence and engage Team Members at all levels, from field technicians to management.
• Crisis Performance: Ability to remain calm and lead effectively during field emergencies or industrial accidents.

EDUCATION, COMPETENCIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES