What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Technician position at Hubbell Incorporated?
Job Overview
Work in conjunction with the Environmental Health & Safety Manager to assist in the development and implementation of plans and policies to prevent employee injuries and environmental defects while ensuring compliance with all local, state and federal regulations. Work cross functionally with all aspects and levels of the Hubbell organization to drive EHS standards and best practices.
A Day In The Life
WORK RELATED SKILLS: Reliable, detail oriented, compliance-minded, and strong interpersonal and presentation skills are necessary to perform effectively in this position.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one year of experience in the Environmental Health and Safety field and four years of experience in manufacturing.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma/GED and Associate degree or equivalent education credentials in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, relevant technical or engineering discipline, or two additional years of manufacturing experience.
COMPUTER SKILLS: Position requires basic proficiency in software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Most work is performed in a manufacturing environment. Frequent heavy lifting up to 35lbs, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling. Ability to work in an outdoor environment as needed.
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Electrical Solutions
Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
Work in conjunction with the Environmental Health & Safety Manager to assist in the development and implementation of plans and policies to prevent employee injuries and environmental defects while ensuring compliance with all local, state and federal regulations. Work cross functionally with all aspects and levels of the Hubbell organization to drive EHS standards and best practices.
A Day In The Life
- Conduct and document various safety inspections on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis as needed to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local EHS regulations as well as internal policies, guidelines, and best practices.
- Respond to incidents throughout the facility for immediate reporting and investigation of all EHS related events.
- Assist with accident, near miss, and first-aid investigations and incidents alongside the appropriate supervisor and team to identify the root cause(s) and develop corrective actions to eliminate the hazard(s).
- Assist with the preparation, implementation, and sustainability of Hubbell EHS programs, policies and initiatives.
- Proactively develop and administer those programs to reduce work-related injuries, accidents and environmental defects.
- Develop and provide EHS training to employees as needed.
- Analyze EHS data and regularly communicate with plant supervision on ideas for improvement and risk reduction activities.
- Flow down EHS information to site personnel.
- Sponsor and provide guidance to the site’s Safety Committee
- Champion permitting and regulatory compliance efforts for new processes and equipment installations.
- Interact with Federal, State, and Local EHS regulatory agencies as required.
- Coordinate with consulting firms regarding program changes, remediation, and regulatory compliance issues.
- Administer the facility’s Waste Management Program with an emphasis on waste reduction and recycling activities.
- Ensures compliance regarding hazardous chemicals and substances right to know and related regulations.
- Implements emergency response plans and procedures and functions as the primary or alternate Emergency Coordinator as assigned.
- Maintains familiarity with technical safety standards and regulations, such as OSHA 29CFR1910, NFPA 70E, SWPPP, SPCC, Ohio EPA and Ohio OAC.
- Maintains Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to meet federal, state, local, industry and other requirements.
- Leads by example, following safety rules and regulations. Reports unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.
- Ability to recognize sensitive material and maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
WORK RELATED SKILLS: Reliable, detail oriented, compliance-minded, and strong interpersonal and presentation skills are necessary to perform effectively in this position.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one year of experience in the Environmental Health and Safety field and four years of experience in manufacturing.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma/GED and Associate degree or equivalent education credentials in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, relevant technical or engineering discipline, or two additional years of manufacturing experience.
COMPUTER SKILLS: Position requires basic proficiency in software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Most work is performed in a manufacturing environment. Frequent heavy lifting up to 35lbs, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling. Ability to work in an outdoor environment as needed.
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Electrical Solutions
Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.