What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Coordinator position at BME Fire Trucks?
Description
WE ARE WILDLAND
BME Fire Trucks is more than a fire truck manufacturer. We opened our doors over 30 years ago because of our respect and admiration for the fire industry. Each and every apparatus that leaves our facility is built with its end-use in mind. Our team prides itself in building something that protects and serves departments across the US and Canada. BME has manufactured apparatus for CAL FIRE, BLM, USFS, and municipal fire departments across the US and is the branded leader in wildland fire apparatus.
Being a family-owned company, we make sure that people are at the foundation of our business. From dealer to department, every person that walks through our doors will always be treated like family. We will always work with you and your department to ensure you have what you need for the frontlines.
Every apparatus that leaves our facility is inspected for safety, durability, and performance. Our mission is to continue innovating fire apparatus so that it will perform no matter the severity of the fire season. That's the BME difference.
We are hiring an EHS Coordinator to serve as the primary field and administrative support position for the EHS Department by assisting with compliance, inspections, training, environmental programs, documentation, and daily safety oversight. As EHS Coordinator your responsibilities will include:
Safety & Facility Oversight
- Conduct daily facility walkthroughs.
- Identify hazards, spills, leaks, trip hazards, housekeeping concerns, and unsafe conditions.
- Inspect waste, recycling, scrap, and hazardous waste areas.
- Communicate findings and support corrective actions.
Inspection Programs
Supports inspections for:
- Fire extinguishers
- Eyewash stations
- Emergency lighting
- Exit signs
- Ladders
- Forklifts
- PPE stations
- Spill kits
- Housekeeping
- Hazardous waste areas
- Safety signage
Safety Committee Support
- Assist with meeting preparation and administration.
- Track action items.
- Support inspections and employee concerns.
- Follow up on corrective actions.
Environmental Compliance
- Support hazardous waste management.
- Assist with stormwater and spill prevention programs.
- Support recycling and waste segregation initiatives.
- Maintain environmental documentation and records.
Training & Employee Development
- Assist with new hire onboarding.
- Support OSHA-required training.
- Maintain training records.
- Track certifications and training compliance.
Incident Management
- Document incidents and near misses.
- Assist investigations.
- Collect evidence and photographs.
- Track corrective actions through completion.
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain:
- Inspection records
- Training files
- Incident records
- Permit files
- Environmental records
- Safety Committee documentation
- Audit documentation
- Compliance trackers
Continuous Improvement
Support:
- 5S initiatives
- Red Tag programs
- Facility organization
- Waste reduction efforts
- Recycling improvements
- Safety improvement projects
Requirements
Qualifications
- Knowledge of OSHA and manufacturing safety practices preferred.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to conduct inspections and maintain documentation.
- Microsoft Office proficiency preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Daily walking through production, warehouse, office, and yard areas.
- Ability to lift to 50 lbs. occasionally.
- Ability to wear required PPE and work indoors and outdoors.
Key Business Value
This role provides the operational support necessary to:
- Increase inspection completion rates.
- Improve corrective action follow-through.
- Support environmental compliance.
- Improve audit readiness.
- Strengthening Safety Committee effectiveness.
- Increase daily EHS visibility in the shops.
- Allow the EHS Manager to focus on compliance, audits, investigations, program development, and strategic initiatives.
Salary : $19 - $23