DOD SkillBridge/HOH Fellowship - EHS Coordinator (Cherry Hill, NJ)

Who We Are

Join Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. a leader in the construction industry with over a century of service supporting America’s most important infrastructure projects in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States.  Riggs Distler has a reputation as an employer of choice in the industry and promotes a safe, exciting, and team-oriented work environment, empowering people to grow and evolve with our business.

As the DOD SkillBridge or HOH Fellowship EHS Coordinator, you will support the Area Coordinators and Sr. Coordinators by managing day-to-day activities to ensure compliance with Environmental, Health and Safety Regulations and Policies.

SkillBridge Eligibility Overview:

To be eligible for this SkillBridge Fellowship you must meet the following requirements:

• Must be eligible to participate in Fellowship per DoD Instruction 1322.29.

• Must be projected to receive an honorable discharge from the military.

• Must have all TAP and transition requirements completed prior to the start date.

• Must receive approval from Unit Commander or O4+ in the chain of command.

• Must be located within a commutable distance or willing/approved to relocate to the job location.

HOH Fellowship Eligibility Overview:

To be eligible for this opportunity you must be approved participant in the US Chamber of Commerce Hiring our Heroes Fellowship Programs.

What You'll Do

• Assist in the development and implementation of safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards.
• Support the investigation of accidents and incidents to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead and/or participate in safety training programs and workshops for employees.
• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training activities.
• Collaborate with various departments to promote a culture of safety within the organization.
• Stay up-to-date with industry regulations and best practices in safety management.
• Conduct onboarding of new field employees.

What You'll Have

• Military experience with a focus on safety, logistics, or related fields.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of safety regulations and standards.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new safety practices and technologies.
• Certification in Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) or similar.
• Experience with safety management systems and software

Work Environment

• Mobility required in field construction sites, warehouses, and office settings
• Field work sites are outdoors in uncontrolled weather conditions and may be urban or rural settings
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and/or crouch for extended periods of time
• Ability to occasionally lift light to mid-weight objects (up to 50 lbs)
• Work is performed in safe but close proximity to heavy equipment, open excavations
• Working safely requires awareness and sound judgement
• Flexibility to work various schedules and stay late when necessary 
• Ability to travel within the state routinely and out of state occasionally
• Working safely requires quick/accurate hand-eye coordination and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

Legal Stuff

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify
• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results
• With the health and safety of our employees, customers and the communities we serve in mind, all candidates who receive an offer of employment will be required to complete a COVID-19 risk assessment; your responses will help us determine an employment start date

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.  Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.