Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager

Direct Hire- Permanent- $125K

Must live within commutable distance to office in Hayward, California

Travel: Occasional (Quarterly travel to Orange, CA or future office locations)

BILINGUAL- English & Spanish is Preferred

Company Overview

Asbestos abatement, Mold Remediation, Lead Renovation & Abatement

Position Summary

The EHS Manager is responsible for overseeing and implementing the environmental health and safety program across all company operations. This includes ensuring regulatory compliance, managing safety training, performing jobsite and vehicle inspections, and fostering a proactive safety culture. This role requires field presence, collaboration with management, and a strong understanding of federal, state, and local regulations related to asbestos abatement and construction.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including Cal/OSHA, DOT, EPA, BAAQMD, and DTSC.
• Submit and maintain OSHA 300 and 300A logs annually.
• Ensure policies and procedures are reviewed and updated annually.

Field Safety Operations

• Review personal air sampling results on all asbestos abatement jobs.
• Review hazardous waste transporting and manifests for accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure all personnel required to wear respirators are clean-shaven and properly fitted.
• Conduct six (6) jobsite safety inspections weekly and follow up on any safety violations or concerns.
• Oversee and enforce the proper use of PPE and conduct training in PPE use as necessary.
• Implement and monitor Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) documentation for each project.
• Perform weekly vehicle inspections and oversee 90-day BIT inspections and related maintenance.

Training & Orientation

• Coordinate with the Operations and Office Managers to ensure all employee trainings are current.
• Conduct new hire safety orientation with the Operations Manager.
• Implement and schedule weekly toolbox tailgate talks.
• Facilitate annual workplace violence training and other required safety trainings.
• Ensure all temp workers and PRI employees have current asbestos physicals, medical clearance, and fit testing documentation.
• Work with external training providers to ensure all certifications and regulatory requirements are met.

Safety Program Oversight

• Lead the development and implementation of the company’s Emergency Action Plans.
• Fleet safety training & compliance.
• Ensure warehouse and office safety compliance.
• Investigate and follow up on all near-misses, first aid incidents, injuries and vehicle accidents.
• Coordinate with medical clinics and manage incident response and reporting.
• Enforce company safety policies, including disciplinary action for non-compliance.
• Oversee corrective action with any staff failing to meet company expectations.

Culture & Engagement

• Work closely with the Operations Manager and Crew Supervisors to drive a positive safety culture.
• Develop and administer incentive programs to reward safe behavior and compliance.
• Quarterly visits to the Orange, CA location to ensure consistent safety compliance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in construction safety or environmental health & safety (asbestos abatement experience highly preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Cal/OSHA, DOT, EPA, and HAZWOPER regulations.
• Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor certification.
• Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in both office and field environments.
• Must be physically able to perform site inspections, including climbing ladders and stairs when necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company Vehicle: PRI will provide ford explorer or comparable to the employee to include maintenance and fuel. Some personal use is permitted.
• Quarterly Bonus based on performance.
• Unlimited vacation time with prior approval from management if all job duties are met.
• Sick pay – 40 hours/year.
• Employment Classification: Full-time and Exempt
• Medical Insurance –75% of the medical premium for employees only, through a Kaiser Gold Plan.
• 401K – Employees are eligible to contribute to a 401K plan after 1 year of employment with matching plan.
• Company will provide a cell phone reimbursement of $100/month for use of personal phone.
• Professional development and certification reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement in a growing company