EHS Coordinator (Bi-Lingual English Spanish)

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

ITAC’s purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.

We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. At ITAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.

Job Summary

As the EHS Coordinator (Bi-Lingual English-Spanish), you will play a pivotal role in promoting a culture of safety and ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations. This position requires proficiency in both English and Spanish, as you will be responsible for communicating and training employees in both languages.

Responsibilities:

1. Embrace ITAC’s Core Values in all aspects of the job.
2. Support the success of the project with effective safety and health related services.
3. Help create, improve, and comply with Site-Specific EHS Plans.
4. Be a team player and integrate into the project team as an equal and valuable member.
5. Assist the project team and project leadership with incident investigations, corrective actions, and final reports.
6. Deliver training in Spanish and communicate with Spanish speaking employees about safety concerns.
7. Be self-directed and conduct independently all required safety and health tasks required by ITAC’s EHS Policy, the customer’s project requirements and the project Site-Specific EHS Plan.
8. Provide safety and health technical support and training to project managers and field employees.
9. Evaluate all field operations, including emergency response procedures, for improvement in effectiveness and compliance.
10. Conduct documented audits and inspections of assigned projects, areas, and work tasks.
11. Enter all daily, weekly, and special training and audits into ITAC’s online system and customer systems as required.
12. Communicate with other EHS Coordinators and EHS Managers about conditions and concerns about their project.
13. Perform air sampling and monitoring, data logging and basic Industrial Hygiene related tasks.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field is preferred but not required.
2. Previous experience in EHS coordination and training, with a focus on bilingual communication (English/Spanish).
3. Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant safety regulations.
4. Excellent communication skills in both English and Spanish, with the ability to effectively train and engage diverse audiences.
5. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
6. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and independently when needed.
7. Certification in EHS (e.g., CSP, CHST, NFPA70e, OSHA 500, CHMM) is a plus.
8. Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive to project sites with company vehicles.
9. Please note: Onsite doesn't necessarily mean on a job site, simply that this position is not currently remote.

From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such as:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401k & ESOP
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Sick Time Off
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Wellness Program
• Mentorship Program
• Safety Incentive Program
• 24/7 Chaplain Care