Specialist

Mission Statement

• Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.

Core Responsibilities

• Ensure implementation of Company safety, health and environmental programs for our employees.
• Adhere to the Company's EH&S programs and provides support so that safe practices are followed and the environment is fully protected in accordance with Company policy and governmental regulations.
• Engage and support a culture of teamwork, honesty, integrity and openness regarding environmental, health and safety issues.
• Interaction with Operating Group
• Work with operating managers, planners, supervisors and field crews to continuously improve our safety culture and compliance with Environment and Health standards.
• Conduct and document onsite Job Site Safety Exchanges, inspections and assessments of company and contractor personnel regarding work practices.
• Work with operating areas to provide EH&S input in developing, critiquing, and revising operating area procedures and work practices.
• Provide EH&S guidance with respect to environmental compliance.
• Complete environmental compliance weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual preventative maintenance items such as inspections and procedure reviews
• Assist in the development and coordination of EH&S-related programs.
• Assist with spill reporting and EH&S response, including emergency off-hour response and evaluation
• Communicate EH&S-related information at all hands meetings, in the field and through safety talks and tailboard sessions.
• Assist with periodic self-assessments.
• Assist to implement plans, programs and strategies that effectively protect our workers and the public from the potential hazards associated with our work activities and negative impact to the environment.
• Assist with coordination of the company's response to environmental incidents such as spills and releases so that reporting, cleanup, response operations and waste management are conducted safely and in compliance with all regulatory and company requirements.
• Monitor and track internal and external spill reporting and spill close-out requirements.
• Provide EH&S support as required in the maintenance, repair and improvement of equipment and ensure implementation, update and modification of SPCC plan, SPR plan, FRP plan, Hazardous Waste Management and Contingency plans, and Risk Management Plans (as applicable).
• Assist with management of NYSDEC SPDES permit and NYCDEP Sewer Directive for site compliance with permit conditions and strict adherence to permit sampling requirements (as applicable).
• Provide assistance as required in the management of environmental compliance programs and plans such as SARA and chemical reporting.
• Must be available to responded to emergencies during off-hours

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma/GED and 5 Years of experience Operating experience or
• Associate's Degree technical Discipline and 4 Years of experience Operating experience or
• Bachelor's Degree Related Discipline and 2 Years of experience Environmental/Physical Science and Engineering

Relevant Work Experience

• Must be a highly motivated individual. Demonstrate a strong Commitment to Excellent, and understand the vital importance of personal accountability. Required
• Safety and environmental incident response. Required
• Ability to effectively interact with various levels of personnel Required
• Completion of Company CEHSP program as soon as possible. Successful completion of position-specific EH&S as applicable. Required
• Strong team player Required
• Demonstrated ability to obtain results Required
• Must have excellent organizational skills and ability to successfully complete multiple tasks without compromising quality or timelines. Required
• Must be able to assist to develop concepts into successful safety and environmental programs. Required
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills and have the ability to effectively interact with customers, support staff, regulatory agencies, and various levels of management. Required
• Must possess strong leadership skills and have the ability to influence and persuade others in order to improve work practices/processes. Required
• Must be able to deliver exemplary customer service and develop a team spirited work environment in support of Con Edison's Corporate Values Required
• Must demonstrate proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets and/or an ability to quickly become proficient with database packages including Microsoft Office, EMIS, SHIMS, and Maximo. Required
• Must be flexible in handling multiple work assignments, changing priorities and various deadlines. Required

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver's License Required

Physical Demands

• Must climb ladders and stairs
• Must work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)
• Must be approved and able to wear either a full- or half-face respirator without facial hair or other condition that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations.
• Must stand, walk, and climb ladder and stairs for a whole shift

Other Physical Demands

• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.
• Must be available to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis.

Technical Difficulty Statement

• For technical issues, please contact us at careerconnect@coned.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.