Job Title: Safety Specialist II

Req. # E-1308

Posting Date: 5/30/2024 

Compensation: ($70,467 – $86,132 annually)

CH2M HILL BWXT West Valley, LLC (CHBWV) is the prime contractor selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Phase 1 – Facility Disposition Project at the West Valley Demonstration Project. The site is a scenic 30-minute drive south of Buffalo, New York. In cooperation with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, CHBWV continues to decontaminate and decommission facilities at this site.

We are a premier employer in the Western New York and southern-tier areas. Our benefit and compensation package includes: 

• competitive pay and opportunity for variable pay incentives
• extensive benefit offerings focused on your physical, financial, and emotional wellness
• 401(k) employer match and enhanced employer contributions - up to 9% total company contribution!
• 4-day workweek (10 hours per day)
• tuition reimbursement & professional development
• atmosphere fostering work life balance 

Lifelong careers are common at CHBWV. If you are interested in joining the CHBWV family, apply to one of our current job openings or join our Talent Community.

The Safety Specialist is responsible for performing basic control tasks in connection with the company’s safety and health and fire program and assists management in developing, implementing, and monitoring programs and procedures to ensure compliance with contractual, federal, state, and local requirements. 

1. Education/Experience:

• BA/BS in Safety and Health or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to occupation.
• Minimum of two (2) years related experience.

1.  Other Requirements:
   • Demonstrated knowledge of 10 CFR 851 Worker Safety and health Program, DOE Order (O) 420.1C, Facility Safety, NFPA Standards, and OSHA Standards preferred.
   • Knowledge of environmental and safety standards from CDC, NIH, OSHA, EPA, DOT, and state/local regulatory agencies.
   • Strong computer skills including Excel and Word.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Pay based on experience.

1. Maintain a safe and healthful work environment by following established safe work practices and procedures; including following all safety rules, use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE), investigating and reporting identified safety concerns or situations.
2. Adhere to standards contained in the Company “Code of Conduct,” Company EEO practices, and DOE directives.
3. Define operational control methods which are consistent to ensure the health and safety of personnel and the protection of property.
4. Prepare specifications for fire and or safety protection equipment.
5. Participate in audits of safety practices.
6. Participate in the Human Performance Improvement, VPP and ISMS programs.
7. Provide support to Safety Supervisor, Safety Engineer, Industrial Hygienist, and Safety Technicians with application of health and safety standards.
8. Observe acceptance test of fire protection systems for compliance to specifications and procedures.
9. Prepare reports and other special assignments as directed.
10. Audit facilities to ensure compliance with fire and or safety codes.
11. Provide support to FP Engineer for performing, scheduling, and tracking surveillances, assessments, and scheduling and tracking FP audits.
12. Maintain FP activities including assisting FP Engineers with the application of the DOE Fire Protection Standards.
13. Provide technical guidance to support all FP activities performed within FP systems which involve FP compliance, monitoring, and maintenance. 
14. Review and approve procedures and their revisions, procurement documents, design documents, works orders, safety basis documents, and perform FP surveillances and audits of ongoing and completed activities.
15. Ensure FP program requirements documents and procedures are up to date.
16. Ensure all training and qualifications are up to date.
17. Regular attendance is required.
18. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

1. Use judgment in locating and selecting the most appropriate safety guidelines, references, and procedures.
2. Follow detailed written and verbal instructions from management to perform assigned task according to established procedures.
3. Execute a broad scope of specific safety practices affecting the accuracy, reliability, or acceptability of further processes or services.
4. Interface with employees in the department, division, and organizations.
5. Plan, coordinate, or advise on work efforts and resolve safety problems toward mutual goals.
6. Analyze site hazard trends and assist with the development of safety protocols which are consistent with industrial agencies and corporate standards.
7. Provide consultation to other colleagues.
8. Review contractor’s safety/fire protection in facilities, discuss, and explore new product technical applications. 

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An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. 

U.S. Citizenship is required for employment.

 This Organization Participates in E-Verify

CHBWV is a drug free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screen, and background investigation. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

This job description outlines the principal duties and in no way states or implies these are the only duties to be performed in this position. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently to accomplish the desired result with or without reasonable accommodation.