Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Tennessee

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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Full-Time Security & Safety Officer Unarmed

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

The Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) values staff diversity and actively encourages people from a variety of backgrounds with different experiences, perspectives, skills, and stories to...

Senior Site EHS Manager

  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago

At Amazon, we prioritize health, safety, and well-being above all else. There is nothing more important. To support this priority, Amazon is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Site...

EHS Specialist

  • Mt Juliet, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Mt Juliet, TN
  • 2 days ago

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - High school or equivalent - Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910 - A minimum of 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field OR; A Bachelors...

EHS Manager

  • Vonore, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Vonore, TN
  • 7 days ago

The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, updating, and enforcing safety policies and procedures within the manufacturing, assembly, and distribution operations. This role focuses on ensuring...

Safety & Occupational Health Specialist (Safety Specialist)

  • Memphis, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 8 days ago

or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours of study from among the following (or closely related) disciplines: safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, occupational medicine, toxicology...

Industrial Hygienist

  • Memphis, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 8 days ago

hygiene; ~OR~ Certification from the American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH)....

Safety & Occupational Health Specialist (Safety Specialist)

  • Memphis, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 8 days ago

or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours of study from among the following (or closely related) disciplines: safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, occupational medicine, toxicology...

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

  • Morristown, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Morristown, TN
  • 8 days ago

Who are we? Located in Morristown, TN 45 minutes northeast of Knoxville, Precision Boilers manufactures industry-leading electric and fuel-fired hot water boilers and steam generators plus a wide...

Security & Safety Officer Unarmed (Part-time)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago

Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) values staff diversity and actively encourages people from a variety of backgrounds with different experiences, perspectives, skills, and stories to apply...

Senior Site EHS Manager

  • Mt Juliet, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Mt Juliet, TN
  • 9 days ago

At Amazon, we prioritize health, safety, and well-being above all else. There is nothing more important. To support this priority, Amazon is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Site...

Industrial Hygienist

  • Memphis, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 9 days ago

hygiene; ~OR~ Certification from the American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH)....

Site EHS Manager

  • Louisville, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Louisville, TN
  • 9 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 Manager - Onsite

  • Memphis, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 12 days ago

Major areas of emphasis include employee health and safety programs including powered industrial trucks, working at heights, ergonomics, machine safe guarding, lock out tag out, industrial hygiene,...

Corporate EHS Manager - Oil

  • Memphis, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 13 days ago

The Corporate EHS Manager will report directly to the Corporate Director of EHS and lead company-wide environmental, health, safety and security policies for our Oil business to provide a foundation...

Ehs Coordinator

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago

Actalent Ehs Coordinator in Old Hickory , Tennessee Job Title: EHS Coordinator Job Description We are looking to hire an EHS Coordinator to join our growing team in the non-woven department. The...

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Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Health and Safety Specialists in Tennessee offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.7%
Master's Degree
27.3%
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 Tennessee
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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