Industrial Hygienist

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Industrial Hygienist

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Anticipate, recognize, evaluate and control workplace health hazards from chemical, physical or biological stressors, at all NASA facilities at Johnson Space Center, Ellington Field and Sonny Carter Training Facility. Perform functions to provide technical expertise and to monitor and report on operations related to occupational health programs. Programs include Workplace Health Inspections, Exposure Assessments, Indoor Environmental Quality, Emergency Response, Complaint Investigations, and Construction Oversight. Conduct exposure assessments using sampling media, direct reading instruments, and professional judgement. Represent Occupational Health during participation in work area evaluations, test and user readiness reviews, and consultation on facility modifications and new use plans reviews. Also, provide hazard recognition and controls consultation for research, tests, construction and other activities.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for compliance with Safety, Health and Environmental plan; must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all of the Company's safety policies and rules and must be willing to report safety violations and potential safety violations to appropriate supervisory or management personnel.

• Responsible for compliance with the Quality Assurance Plan, policies and procedures

• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance level as determined by the Company

• Responsible for completing all assigned training

• Perform evaluations and assessments of work areas

• Collect samples and prepare chain of custody for submission to analytical laboratory

• Calibrate and operate direct reading instruments and sampling equipment

• Conduct ventilation surveys of assigned Ventilation Systems

• Conduct Respirator Fit testing

• Recommend and initiate corrective actions and prepare written reports

• Attend meetings with managers, supervisors, engineers and workers

• Provide emergency response and stand-by support

• Review procedures and plans for new tests, research, programs, activities, and construction

• Provide documentation and support for ISO and VPP programs and activities

• Present Occupational Health training classes as assigned

• Perform ergonomic evaluations as assigned

• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education/Experience

Required:

a. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in industrial hygiene, biology, chemistry, engineering, physics or a closely related physical or biological science.

b. 1 to 5 years experience in the anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control of occupational health hazards.

Desired:

• Advanced degree in industrial hygiene, occupational health, or safety

Skills/Training

Required:

a. Knowledgeable about computers and the use of Microsoft Office products: Word and Excel

b. Possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive a van or automobile

c. Able to wear a negative pressure respirator or a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) in

the performance of assigned duties

d. Knowledgeable on industrial hygiene field collection, survey and analysis equipment

e. Knowledgeable on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and regulations

f. Knowledgeable on American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) and American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) exposure guidelines

g. Ability to effectively communicate with people at all organizational levels

h. Ability to work with people of varied backgrounds, education, and skill sets

Desired:

a. Asbestos Building Inspector accreditation

b. Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor accreditation

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. We Deliver - Together.

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