Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Wheeling, IL

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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EHS Coordinator

  • Element Solutions Inc.
  • Itasca, IL (11 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (11 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 3 days ago

safety initiatives Environmental Compliance Support waste management and environmental reporting Assist with spill prevention and response Maintain environmental compliance documentation Contribute...

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Health and Safety Specialist (Temporary)

  • YWCA Chicago
  • Waukegan, IL (17 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (17 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Apply Job Type Temporary Description POSITION TITLE: Health and Safety Specialist STATUS: Non-Exempt; FT (Temporary) GRADE: 2 DEPT: ECS PROGRAM: CCR&R - CCAP SALARY: $40K-$45K SUPPORTED BY: PDM...

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Health & Safety Specialist (Travel)

  • WITRON
  • Arlington Heights, IL (3 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (3 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Associates or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Environmental Science or Engineering preferred, High School Diploma or equivalent is required Physical Requirements: Availability to travel...

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Traveling Program EHS Manager - MSG - Advanced Tec

  • Turner Construction
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 16 days ago

at Turner Construction in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Division: Critical Facilities-Data Centers Project Location(s): Dallas, TX 75201 USA Minimum Years Experience: Travel...

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Regional EHS Manager

  • Crash Champions
  • Westmont, IL (22 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Westmont, IL (22 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Knowledge of industrial hygiene principles, including hazard recognition, exposure assessment, and control methods. Experience in safety management systems and environmental management programs....

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Technical Safety Consultant - Global Safety Management System Auditing

  • Liberty Mutual
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Description Please note: This role involves significant travel during peak travel season (February-October). We are seeking a Technical Consultant to support a dedicated client. This role may be...

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EHS Specialist

  • Kerry Ingredients and Flavours
  • Melrose Park, IL (15 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (15 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 19 days ago

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE A Technical or bachelor's degree in environmental science, Occupational Safety & Health (OSHAfocused programs) Engineering, Public Health or related field is desired....

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Regional Safety Consultant

  • Tecta America
  • Rosemont, IL (8 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (8 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Support the Operations team in ongoing safety self-evaluations and corrective actions, promoting a behavior-based safety culture across the organization....

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Senior Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

  • Nemera
  • Vernon Hills, IL (7 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (7 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 28 days ago

Based Safety observations, collecting observation cards, managing the observation database, and following up with individuals who have not yet reached their monthly observation target.Reviewing EHS-related...

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EHS Specialist

  • Climate Pros
  • Glendale Heights, IL (19 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (19 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support and enhance our EHS programs across operations....

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Senior EHS Manager

  • Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Ensure location(s) successfully implement Company's SDS management system, hazardous materials management and industrial hygiene practices....

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EHS Specialist

  • Actalent
  • Northbrook, IL (4 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (4 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field....

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Industrial Hygienist, Senior

  • Atrium Health
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Provide industrial hygiene expertise and assistance to departments, projects and contractors. Recommend and review all industrial hygiene-related virtual and in-person training as needed....

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EHS Specialist

  • Amazon.com Services LLC - A57
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Join Amazons mission to become Earths safest place to work! At Amazon, weve set the ambitious goal to become the benchmark of safety excellence across all industries in which we operate. As a...

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EHS Manager (Field Based)

  • ERM
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (6 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (6 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Support, as needed, environmental, health and safety (EHS) compliance, environmental management system, sustainability, due diligence transaction, environmental compliance programs, contingency plans...

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Salary for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Wheeling, IL

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Health and Safety Specialists in Wheeling, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.9%
Master's Degree
27.4%
Associate's Degree
6.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.4%
High School or GED
5.4%
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 Wheeling, IL
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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