International Brotherhood of Teamsters
 

Industrial Hygienist

Based in Washington, DC

 

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) is seeking a highly motivated Industrial Hygienist in comprehensive practice to provide technical and regulatory health & safety support to Teamster members and affiliates. The position reports to the Director of the IBT Warehouse Division.

The successful candidate will (1) have a strong technical background in occupations safety & health and/or transportation safety; (2) create and develop communication materials and work products related to technical, regulatory, and policy issues that are relevant to the Union; (3) possess excellent public speaking and presentation skills; and (4) have comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State regulations relating to occupational safety & health.

Duties of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct workshops, seminars, and meetings on occupational safety and health topics to Teamster membership
• Draft comments and testimony on safety and health related technical, regulatory, and policy issues
• Respond to requests for information from various trade divisions regarding environmental and occupational safety and health issues
• Provide technical assistance, verbally and in writing, to IBT and Local Union administration on environmental and occupational safety and health issues
• Conduct comprehensive and focused industrial hygiene/safety surveys at the request of affiliates and write reports detailing the results
• Participate and represent the IBT at meetings with OSHA, NIOSH, DOT, etc.
• Act as the technical SME on matters of occupational safety and health within designated industrial sectors as assigned

Requirements:

• Excellent writing ability
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Willingness to work in a team environment
• Knowledge of common IH sampling equipment
• Ability to use various technical computer software packages
• Ability to travel up to 20% (including some weekends)
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance
• Bilingual (Spanish) speakers strongly encouraged to apply

Education Requirement:

• Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering or related field
• CIH / CSP or equivalent, or eligibility to obtain professional certification in occupational safety and health

The salary range for this position is $77,157.00 – $131,871.00, commensurate with experience and education. The IBT offers a generous total compensation package, including 100% employer-paid health & welfare plan, a pension plan, optional 401(k) participation, FICA reimbursement, and vacation & sick leave plans.

To Apply:
Cover letters & résumé can be sent to Falon Patterson at: FPatterson@teamster.org, Subject: “Industrial Hygienist.” No phone calls please.

The IBT is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and candidates with diverse backgrounds and life experiences to apply.