Training and Safety Specialist at PERMA FIX ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INC – Richland, Washington

Non-exempt position. Maintain and implement the Personnel Training Program and provide Health and Safety (H&S) Program support.

Duties

· Work in a mixed waste processing facility while maintaining strict adherence to safety and industrial hygiene requirements.

· Implement and maintain a comprehensive Personnel Training Program to ensure regulatory and operational compliance.

· Ensure compliance with Washington State L&I / WISHA safety standards, OSHA regulations, EPA requirements, permits, licenses, and internal procedures.

· Conduct routine facility safety audits, hazard assessments, and compliance inspections to identify and mitigate workplace risks.

· Provide initial, refresher, and specialized health and safety training for employees and contractors, including hazard communication, PPE, emergency response, and industrial hygiene practices.

· Support development and maintenance of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), safety procedures, and regulatory documentation.

· Conduct incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking related to workplace injuries, exposures, or safety violations.

· Maintain calibration and operational readiness of industrial hygiene and H&S monitoring equipment.

· Maintain safety, training, and compliance databases using Microsoft and other EHS systems.

· Assist with administration of the Occupational Health Program, including exposure records and medical surveillance coordination when required.

· Support plant personnel in implementing safe work practices, hazard controls, and regulatory compliance requirements.

· Assist with regulatory inspections and audits conducted by state or federal agencies.

· Perform additional duties as assigned.

· Associate’s Degree in Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, or related field (or equivalent experience).

· Working knowledge of Washington State L&I / WISHA regulations, OSHA standards, EPA requirements, and other applicable federal and state safety regulations.

· Minimum two (2) years of experience in health and safety, industrial hygiene, safety training, or regulatory compliance in an industrial environment.

· Experience conducting facility safety audits, workplace hazard assessments, and industrial hygiene evaluations preferred.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

· Current HAZWOPER 40-hr certification preferred.

· Current HAZWOPER 8-hr refresher certification preferred.

· Radiation Worker certification preferred (if applicable to facility operations).

· Strong safety mindset and commitment to regulatory compliance.

· Good attendance record.

Working Conditions

Work will be performed approximately 50% in an office environment and 50% in facility operations areas where there may be potential exposure to mixed hazardous materials, radiation, noise, dust, temperature extremes, and chemicals.

Physical requirements include walking, climbing, bending, stooping, and occasional lifting. Medical examinations and drug testing will be required in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.