The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene Engineer to complete 3rd party safety inspection at the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center (BARC). The position will complete all inspections according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines and other relevant guidelines, including, but not limited to American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioner Engineers (ASHRAE), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), National Electric Code (NEC) and the ARS Safety Manual 160 policy and procedures and guidelines.

• Must have detailed and direct knowledge in Biosafety inspections including biological safety cabinets, hazardous materials, and hazardous waste handling.
• Minimum of five years of related experience and/or training required.
• Contractor will be required to complete local travel to Washington, D.C. to perform safety inspection at United States National Arboretum (USNA) if Option is exercised.
• Be expected to work 40 hours per week (excluding Federal Holidays).
• Complete work between the hours of 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (ET) M-F.
• Must have 5+ years of experience in occupational safety and/or environmental management.
• Protect all sensitive information being evaluated during writing and editing in accordance with Federal and USDA regulations and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous service to customers.
• Ability to effectively present information.
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
• Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations.
• Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite programs, Outlook, and intranet/internet.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft operating systems
• Precise attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Advanced organizational skills
• Analytical skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure

Required Education

• Must have a degree in Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene or other appropriate Engineering or scientific specialty with expert knowledge and experience with occupational safety and environmental regulations and programs as applied in Agricultural Research Service operations or other agricultural and scientific research organizations.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's degree from ABET accredited College or University and 5 years of related experience in occupational safety and/or environmental management.

*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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