Industrial Hygienist Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

An Industrial Hygienist is a professional responsible for identifying, evaluating, and controlling risks that could affect the health and safety of people in the workplace. They apply scientific principles to anticipate, recognize, and control environmental factors or stresses arising in or from the workplace, which may cause sickness, impair health and wellbeing, or cause significant discomfort among workers or citizens in the community. They are extensively involved in the environmental industry, focusing on preventing hazards in the environment that could impact public health.

To be effective in this role, an Industrial Hygienist must have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities. They should also have a broad knowledge of engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE). Important certifications include the Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credentials, which demonstrate competency in the field. Prior to becoming an Industrial Hygienist, a person may have roles such as a Safety Specialist, Environmental Scientist, or Occupational Health and Safety Technician.

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Health and Safety Officer

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago

This position is responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of safety for Energy Support Services (ESS) operations and maintenance activities and general New Energy Equity (NEE) Safety...

EHS Manager II (Local travel)

  • Rockville, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Company Description CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more...

Sr EHS Manager

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Job Overview:** The **Senior Manager, Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS)** is responsible for multi-media EHS compliance, beyond compliance programs and EHS culture across KDP's Supply Chain...

Safety and Occupational Health Specialist

  • Fort Belvoir, VA (23 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Fort Belvoir, VA (23 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 18 days ago

Providing guidance and oversight over contractor support services, such as certified industrial hygienist (CIH)....

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist Annapolis, Maryland SAVE JOB

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 18 days ago

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist Annapolis, Maryland Responsibilities Location Annapolis, MarylandUS Job ID REQ-055097 Job Responsibilities: Ensure compliance with PerkinElmer and customer EHS...

Environmental Safety Officer

  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 26 days ago
  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 26 days ago

Responsibilities of the Environmental Protection Specialist include: Advise on, manage & perform activities related to environmental protection programs (e.g., air & water quality, storage tanks, hazardous waste...

Health and Safety Specialist

  • Rockville, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 28 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 28 days ago

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company...

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, biomedical engineering, environmental health/science/studies, industrial hygiene, occupational health and safety management, public health...

Regional EHS Specialist

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Conducting site assessment to evaluate compliance with regulations and conformance....

Regional EHS Manager, Amazon Pharmacy

  • Lanham, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lanham, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 30+ 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...

(MA) Training Occupational Safety and Health Specialist

  • Silver Spring, MD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • 45+ days ago

Establishes liaison with Industrial Hygienist personnel to ensure timely and adequate surveys are conducted to identify potential hazards in the workplace and that controls and measures are in place...

Marine Safety Officer

  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

APL, one of the world's leading ocean carriers, offers more than 90 weekly services and call ports in over 50 countries worldwide and provides container transportation through an international...

Industrial Hygienist Site Inspector

  • Herndon, VA (20 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Herndon, VA (20 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Serco is hiring Industrial Hygienist to perform site inspections in support of the Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance recovery initiatives in Zone 2 across the Midwest....

Safety Officer

  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

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Safety Officer, Days, Emergency Management

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

With over 150 years of caring for our community and each other in the Washington DC area, Howard University Hospital has a world-renowned reputation for high-quality, patient-centric care. Howard...

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Salary for Industrial Hygienist Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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Highest Education Level

Industrial Hygienists in Silver Spring, MD 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 Industrial Hygienists in Silver Spring, MD
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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