ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an Industrial Hygiene and Safety Professional to join our team supporting the Los Alamos National Laboratory! This position is full-time and will be based out of Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

• The Associate Laboratory Directorate for Environment, Safety, Health, and Quality, (ALDESHQ) has a need for Industrial Hygiene and Safety Professionals with construction safety experience to support LANL programs, projects, and construction projects, at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) through the LANL Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Division.

• Report to the IHS Manager for ALD Plutonium Infrastructure (ALDPI).

• Developing, recommending, and implementing programs and procedures associated with the recognition, measurement, evaluation, and control of potential health and safety hazards.

• Collaborate with the work force in developing solutions to complex safety and health problems that require in-depth analysis of work activities and data.

• Promote safety, security, and quality in all operations; exercises prudent fiscal and property management; promote teamwork within the organization and across the Laboratory; promote a positive work environment; and deliver exceptional customer service.

• These positions are an opportunity for motivated, innovative, and customer focused professionals to support established teams.

• Evaluate work activities and recommend safety and health protective equipment and risk mitigation or abatement controls.

• Review plans, designs and specifications for construction projects, operations, and facilities to identify proper hazard controls.

• Assist customers in implementation of Integrated Work Management (IWM) by gaining an understanding of operations, assisting with the development and review of IWDs and associated operating procedures to ensure hazards are appropriately identified and controlled.

• Conduct industrial hygiene and safety field measurements and evaluations as part of a comprehensive Exposure Assessment Program.

• Participate in abnormal event response as an IH&S subject matter expert (SME).

• Perform safety analysis of complex data to identify trends and recommend hazard reduction requirements and actions.

• Work independently to develop, maintain and implement IH&S programs in the field.

• Provide mentoring to junior staff in support of the IH&S qualification program.

• Write expert-level and complex technical reports based on the interpretation of complex data, observations, and current regulations.

Requirements

• Education & Years of Experience – Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or Safety and 8+ years of relevant experience; additional, relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

• Citizenship – To be considered, you must be a United States (U.S.) citizen due to the federal nature of the work

• Clearance – To be considered, you must be able to obtain and maintain a government issued clearance, if needed

• Advanced knowledge of DOE and/or regulatory requirements related to industrial hygiene and safety in a construction environment.

• Advanced knowledge of OSHA 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction and OSHA 1910 General Industry.

• Advanced knowledge of and experience implementing industrial hygiene and safety-related risk assessments and corrective actions.

• Advanced knowledge and application of techniques and procedures for industrial hygiene exposure assessment (both qualitative and quantitative), to include sampling and sampling techniques/instrumentation, sample analysis, and selection/implementation of controls.

• Advanced skill in the preparation and communication of safety and industrial hygiene information to technical and non-technical personnel.

• Advanced knowledge and ability to apply the hierarchy of controls to eliminate or mitigate hazards while ensuring mission success.

• Advanced experience and skill in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions to industrial hygiene and safety related problems.

• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively within a team environment and provide excellent customer service.

• Expert-level knowledge and application of Integrated Safety Management, Integrated Work Management, and other industrial hygiene and safety procedures.

• Expert-level knowledge and ability to evaluate hazard controls and exposure data to make recommendations and improvements.

• Expert-level knowledge and ability to develop, review, and evaluate site-specific safety/health programs and requirements.

• Expert-level experience and skill in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions to problems affecting industrial hygiene and safety.

• Expert-level ability to represent the organization and laboratory on various internal or external boards and committees.

Desired Skills

• Broad knowledge of laboratory organizations, operations, and activities.

• Professional certifications such as CSP or CIH.

• Experience with Laboratory ESH data collection tools and databases.

• Expert level knowledge in air monitoring and contamination control.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience working in a radiological facility.

About the Site

The NNSA's Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), located in Los Alamos, New Mexico, is a design laboratory responsible for the safety and reliability of the nuclear explosives package in nuclear weapons. This lab possesses unique capabilities in neutron scattering, enhanced surveillance, radiography, and plutonium science and engineering (energy.gov).

ABOUT GEM

GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations. Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors. Some reasons to join GEM are:

• Our philosophy – We believe in the power of effective collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success.

• Our relationships – Partnering with federal clients, we solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions.

• Our team – We are committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace for our employees on contracts and in-office.

• Our community involvement – Supporting our communities, we invest time and money in local schools and non-profit organizations.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

GEM’s offered compensation is dependent on candidates’ education, qualifications, and relevant years of experience. To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee’s needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Please Note: With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

GEM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.