EHS Specialist jobs in Casper, WY

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life. 

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts 
• Infertility Coverage
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Primary purpose:

To implement Environmental, Health & Safety programs, policies, practices and standards at all company assets to ensure they are operated in accordance with OSHA regulations and company standards. The emphasis of this position is providing safety training, OSHA regulatory interpretations, incident investigations, OSHA recordability determinations, and facility inspections. 

The position also assists with other EHS areas and ER events and related training and exercises.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Manage, track and perform required OSHA & related training for all employees.
• Serve as a Safety “Point of Contact” and address Safety matters by making recommendations based on knowledge of company practices and government regulations. If required, research information needs through corporate personnel, trade, or government organizations.
• Provide support and/or oversight to field operations on Safe Work Practices and Industrial Hygiene Programs.
• Participate in Job Hazard Assessments/JHA’s and assist with implementing safety control measures.
• Act as company representative during EHS facility inspections by regulatory agencies.
• Foster communication with the workforce to strengthen the importance of EHS objectives, policies and procedures.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of company EHS policies and procedures and applicable regulatory agency regulations, standards and guidelines.
• Conduct periodic EHS inspections of company facilities, including contractors, and projects.
• Participate in Emergency Response Planning, drills and actual responses including ERL notifications during and outside of regular work hours.
• Notify management of violations of EHS regulations or company policies.
• Provide training to company personnel on selected EHS topics.
• Facilitate “root cause” analysis of reported incidents, such as: near misses, personal injury, or vehicle accidents. Serve as the primary point of contact for “ENABLON” entries and follow-ups.
• Provide EHS support, as needed, to special, engineering, or other projects.
• Other Potential Duty - FLIR Camera duties:
  1. In collaboration with Air Compliance, Field EHS and operations personnel, conduct field monitoring of equipment leaks using FLIR camera.
  2. Use a database application to enter FLIR camera monitoring results, store records, and generate reports.
  3. Compile and submit reports of FLIR camera monitoring events.
  4. Follow up with operations to ensure that leaks are repaired timely.
• Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.
• Other duties as assigned.
   

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in an EHS-related discipline, or equivalent skills and experience.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• Minimum of 3 years prior experience or similar background.
• Good record of safe work practices.
• Ability to complete work assignments with minimal supervision in an acceptable time frame.
• Assimilates concerns and priorities from all stakeholders to come up with acceptable and workable strategies and actions.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely for different types of audiences, deliver a presentation clearly and persuasively.
• Ability to recognize, research and resolve gaps identified in the company EHS process.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company and its insurers.
• May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties.
   

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Intermediate computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems and other company software).
• Intermediate math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer focus.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, and follow work rules.
• Time management, organization, attention to detail, and good follow-up skills.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality when required.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
• Must be a problem solver with the ability to find resolutions.
•  Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on the qualifications, experience, and skillsets of the successful candidate.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee is required to talk and hear.
•  The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• May be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• Up to 60% regional travel is required. 
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including a credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed

Supervisory Responsibility:

• None
   

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• Certifications such as CSP, CHMM, etc.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  This position may perform other duties as assigned.

Tallgrass is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected status.  EOE/M/F/D/V