Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Richardson, TX

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 Specialist

  • Amazon
  • Coppell, TX (14 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Coppell, TX (14 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 2 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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Site EHS Manager III

  • Amazon
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 2 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. Were...

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Industrial Hygienist

  • Atlas
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Preferred experience with additional environmental, industrial hygiene, and monitoring projects (not required)....

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EHS Specialist

  • Snelling
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 5 days ago

May 26, 2026 EHS Specialist Dallas, TX $25 - $26 / per hour Full time Apply Now Back Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) Specialist to...

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Site EHS Manager II

  • Amazon
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 7 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. We're...

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Technical Safety Consultant - Global Safety Management System Auditing

  • Liberty Mutual
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 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...

Remote

Senior EHS Specialist

  • Mary Kay
  • Lewisville, TX (22 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (22 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 20 days ago

Support environmental compliance initiatives impacting operations. This job requires on-site work at a Mary Kay facility....

Hybrid

EHS Specialist - Shift 2 (Mon-Fri 3-11pm)

  • Jabil
  • Richardson, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • Richardson, TX
  • 21 days ago

hygiene, or environmental protection....

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EHS Manager

  • Shermco
  • Irving, TX (16 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Irving, TX (16 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Understand human and organizational performance and/or behavior-based safety. Why Shermco? Competitive compensation and benefits package....

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Health & Safety Specialist - Full-Time - East Region

  • Sweeping Corporation of America
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

JOB TITLE: Health & Safety Specialist - Full-Time - East RegionLOCATIONS: Orlando, Tampa, Nashville, Memphis, Dallas, Houston - Hybrid Work from HomeHOURS: 1st ShiftTRAVEL: High (51%+) Who we...

Hybrid Full Time

Environmental Heath & Radiation Safety Specialist (EHS/RSO)

  • Groupe Orano
  • Plano, TX (6 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plano, TX (6 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Oversee the radioactive waste management program, including storage, decay-in-storage, and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements....

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EHS Specialist

  • PPG
  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Required Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field is preferred plus 1+ year of demonstrated experience OR a Bachelor's...

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EHS Manager - DFW

  • Alstom
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital...

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Safety Officer Behavioral Health

  • UT Southwestern Medical Center
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Safety Officer - Behavioral Health UT Southwestern Medical Center Dallas, Texas Join our team and help launch the first state psychiatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, where innovative caregivers...

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7AEBI3-EHS Specialist 3 - 719-EHS Program Mgmt

  • ACL Digital
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Assures environmental, health and safety (EHS) requirements are met. Interfaces with regulatory agencies, coordinates site inspections, prepares and submits permit applications and other required...

In Person

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Salary for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Richardson, TX

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Health and Safety Specialists in Richardson, TX 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 Richardson, TX
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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