Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in California

An Environmental Health and Safety Specialist is a professional who focuses on identifying and eliminating risks in the workplace. They work in a wide range of sectors, especially in industries like manufacturing, construction, and healthcare that involve substantial physical activities. They are responsible for ensuring that an organization complies with environmental policies and laws to prevent accidents and protect the health of employees and the environment. This involves conducting regular inspections and audits, implementing safety training programs, and maintaining documentation of all environmental health and safety-related activities.

Key skills required for this role include a strong understanding of environmental regulations, excellent communication and analytical skills, and the ability to handle emergency situations. They must also possess certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), depending on the specific industry requirements. Relevant Bachelor's degrees in Environmental Health, Safety Engineering, or Occupational Health are often required. Prior to becoming an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist, individuals might have roles such as Safety Coordinator, Environmental Technician, or Health and Safety Advisor.

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Staff Specialist EHS

  • Alameda, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Hazardous Materials Specialist I/II/III (Open & Promotional)

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 14 hours ago

A typical way to qualify is: Level I: Bachelor's degree in environmental health science, physical science, engineering science, industrial hygiene, chemistry, geology, or a related field....

Manager, EHS

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Hygiene, Health, Safety, Facilities and Security programs....

Certified Industrial Hygienist

  • San Leandro, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • San Leandro, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Technical experience with industrial hygiene, exposure monitoring, indoor air quality control, and/or Clean Air Act compliance, Title V and state permitting, and air emissions tracking and reporting...

Hazardous Materials Specialist

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Department Summary UCLA Environment, Health & Safety's mission is to encourage and promote a strong safety culture that practices sound health, safety, and environmental stewardship. This is...

EHS Manager (Field Based)

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 1 day ago

, health, safety, risk and social issues....

Campus Safety Officer II

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 1 day ago

Classification Information Classification Title: Campus Safety Officer II Salary Range: $5,397 - $6,503 Per Month Salary Schedule Information: SALARY SCHEDULE INFORMATION Click Here for Current...

EHS Specialist

  • Fresno, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 1 day ago

Fundamental environmental and industrial hygiene monitoring will be part of your tasks, as directed by the EHS Manager or specialists....

Hazardous Materials Specialist University of California Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Department Summary UCLA Environment, Health & Safety's mission is to encourage and promote a strong safety culture that practices sound health, safety, and environmental stewardship. This is...

Usps Project Manager/Industrial Hygienist

  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago

Bachelor's Degree in environmental sciences or related field Minimum of 5 years experience as a hazardous materials project manager (asbestos/lead paint, mold, universal wastes, emergency responses)...

Site EHS Manager

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

One focus area of the Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) mission is to provide tools, resources, and environments that support safe, efficient, healthy behaviors and encourage employees to...

EHS Lead / Lab Support Associate

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

This role serves as a liaison between Lab Services and Facilities, as well as Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), to ensure observations and issues are promptly addressed....

Safety & Occupational Health Specialist (Safety Specialist)

  • Victorville, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Victorville, CA
  • 2 days ago

by least 24 semester hours of study from among the following (or closely reled) disciplines: safety, occupional health, industrial hygiene, occupional medicine, toxicology, public health, mhemics,...

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

  • Redwood City, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 2 days ago

The Opportunity: The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist is responsible for assisting in the development, and implementation of all environmental health and safety programs to ensure compliance...

EHS Specialist

  • Fontana, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Fontana, CA
  • 3 days ago

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - High school or equivalent - A minimum of 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field OR; A Bachelors degree in EHS-relevant background OR; 6 months experience...

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Salary for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Health and Safety Specialists in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.7%
Master's Degree
27.4%
Associate's Degree
6.1%
High School or GED
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.5%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Health and Safety Specialists in California
1-2 years
23.8%
2-4 years
19.0%
4-6 years
19.0%
Less than 1 year
19.0%
None
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%


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