Entry-Level EHS Specialist

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Job Overview

Komatsu is hiring an Entry‑Level EHS Specialist in Salt Lake City, UT, and we're open to candidates who are ready to grow into the role-with training, mentorship, and hands‑on learning provided.

This is a great opportunity for someone currently working in an administrative assistant, coordinator, office support, or similar role within a mining, construction, or heavy‑equipment environment who wants to move into EHS. If you already understand how job sites operate and enjoy supporting people, processes, and compliance, we can help you build the technical EHS skills.

You'll support Environmental Health & Safety programs for our western U.S. heavy equipment dealerships, working closely with employees, managers, and field teams to promote safe, compliant workplaces.

This role is based in our Salt Lake City office with 25-50% planned travel across Utah, Nevada, and Wyoming.

Why This Role Is a Great Career Step

• Entry‑level EHS opportunity with training provided
• Clear path to grow into a long‑term EHS career
• Strong work‑life balance with mostly scheduled travel
• Supportive leadership and hands‑on mentoring
• Exposure to real‑world safety programs in mining and construction environments
• Part of a respected global equipment manufacturer

What You'll Do (With Training & Support)

You'll start by supporting experienced EHS professionals and gradually take on more responsibility as you build expertise.

• Help implement and support EHS policies and procedures
• Assist with safety training coordination, scheduling, and delivery
• Participate in site visits, inspections, audits, and facility walk‑throughs
• Document observations, corrective actions, and follow‑ups
• Attend daily operational lineouts to stay connected to field activity
• Support reporting, recordkeeping, and compliance documentation
• Serve as a helpful EHS resource to field and office teams
• Respond to occasional after‑hours safety needs (not routine)

Who This Role Is Ideal For

This role is well‑suited for someone who:

• Works (or has worked) in mining, construction, or heavy equipment environments
• Is currently in an administrative, coordinator, or support role
• Wants to transition into Environmental Health & Safety
• Enjoys organization, communication, and supporting others
• Is comfortable learning regulations and applying them in real‑world settings

Key Job Responsibilities

• Lead EHS policies, procedures, and best management practices.

• Analyze, document, and communicate corrective actions

• Provide technical guidance, education, and mentoring to managers, supervisors, and employees.

• Attend daily lineouts with operations teams

• Conduct inspections, audits, facility walk‑throughs, and hazard assessments

• Schedule and deliver established training programs including:

• Fall Protection

• Working at Heights

• Critical Risk Training

• Cardinal Rules

• New Hire Training

• Stormwater Pollution Prevention

• Environmental compliance

• Serve as a resource to field teams and respond to occasional after-hours safety calls

Qualifications/Requirements

• Experience working in or supporting mining, sand and gravel, or construction operations (administrative or field exposure both welcome)
• Interest in building a career in Environmental Health & Safety
• Willingness to travel up to 50% (planned, with advance notice)
• Comfortable working in office, shop/warehouse, and mine‑site environments
• Strong communication, organization, and follow‑through skills

Previous EHS, MSHA/Part 46/48, OSHA, EPA or safety experience is helpful but not required-we will provide training for the right candidate. Apply today!

Additional Information

Hiring Range

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $66,000 - $85,000. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

Company Benefits

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.

• Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.
• 401k and/or employee savings programs
• Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee learning and development programs

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company's founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com.

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.