EHS Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring that a workplace adheres to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensuring the workplace meets local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Creating, implementing, and updating health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Conducting training sessions for employees on safety protocols, emergency procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Identifying potential hazards in the workplace and developing strategies to mitigate risks.
• Investigating accidents, incidents, or near misses, and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Conducting regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Analyzing EHS data to track trends, identify areas for improvement, and prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies.
• Developing and implementing emergency response plans for various workplace scenarios.
• Working with cross-functional teams to promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.
• Managing hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal in compliance with regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-4, years of experience in EHS field
• Understanding of federal, state, and local regulations related to health, safety, and environmental compliance is essential. Knowledge of risk assessment, incident investigation, emergency response, and safety training methodologies is also important.
• he ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively at various levels within an organization is often necessary.
• A bachelor's degree in environmental health and safety, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• The role is primarily based in a manufacturing facility, requiring regular site visits and interaction with production teams.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhere to safety protocols.
• The role involves extended periods of sitting in front of a computer.
• Occasional standing or walking may be required during meetings, presentations, or site visits.
• Work is primarily conducted in an office environment with controlled temperature and lighting.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• None

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.  

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity. Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to  If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.