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

• Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a closely related field, along with a minimum of 5 years of relevant Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) experience.

• OR a Master's Degree in a related field and at least 3 years of EHS experience.

• OR 9 or more years of progressive, direct, hands-on experience in a field-based EHS role (Equivalent Professional Experience).

• Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification (e.g., ASP, CSP, CIH, OHST).

• Experience in a heavily regulated industry.

• Familiarity with EHS management systems (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 45001).

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