Chipton-Ross - Industrial Hygiene Technician 3

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: 214996 - Industrial Hygiene Technician 3
Industry: PRO
Region: VA-Virginia
City: Newport News
State: VA
Rate: Up to $40.95 DOE
Duration: 12 months
Description: Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Industrial Hygiene Technician 3's for a contract opportunity in Newport News, VA.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
NNS apprentice certificate, Associate's degree in a related field and 3 years relevant experience; high school diploma and 5 years of additional education and/or experience.
Special Requirements:
o Bachelor of Science Degree in an Occupational Safety, Physical Science, Life Science, or Engineering field.
o Ability to interpret and enforce legal standards.
o Ability to work independently with technical instruments.
o Ability to physically maneuver on ships wearing hard hat, safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, respirator, enter confined spaces.
o Respirator Qualified.
o Confined Space Entry Qualified.
o Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Graduate Safety Professional (GSP).
o Previous experience with industrial hygiene and / or occupational exposure sampling.
o Previous experience interpreting and enforcing legal standards.
PPE: Hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel toe work shoes.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implements and monitors industrial safety programs to ensure personnel and facility safety. Participates in monitoring and controlling the organization's safety standards in accordance with OSHA and State codes and regulations. Evaluates new equipment and materials for safety. Monitors employee exposure to chemicals and other toxic substances. Performs surveys and inspections to ensure compliance with the organization's policies, procedures, regulations and standards related to employee safety. Tests and services safety equipment and systems. Reports non-compliance or hazardous conditions found and suggests remedial action to be taken. May maintain storage areas, consumable supply inventories, and personnel protection equipment. Responds to emergency situations involving hazardous materials, radiation, or fire and smoke incidents in the facility.
Conducts health program in industrial plant to recognize, eliminate, evaluate and control occupational health hazards or environmental factors or stresses arising in or from the workplace or facility that may cause sickness, impaired health or well-being, or significant discomfort and inefficiency among workers or citizens of the community. Works under the supervision of a more senior staff member.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
o Previous experience in shipbuilding environment a plus.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
School must be accredited.

WORK HOURS:
5/40 workweek. Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.

MISCELLANEOUS:
Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
: Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
Contact: Andrew Craft
acraft@chiptonross.com
CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
11832 Fishing Point Drive, Suite 100
Newport News, VA 23606

Phone: (757) 595-0005 x173 or (877) 244-5418 x173

Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.