EHS Specialist
Hybrid (Castleton, NY)$28.94/hr - $33.41/hrPosted yesterday
About the role
Join Amazon’s mission to become Earth’s safest place to work as a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist (WHSS). Lead safety programs, audits, investigations, and training to protect associates and foster a proactive safety culture across sites. Flexible shifts with potential for weekend work; requires physical tasks and emergency response readiness.
Responsibilities
- Drive comprehensive safety programs through data-driven strategies.
- Lead daily safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments while implementing innovative solutions to prevent injuries.
- Deliver engaging safety training that resonates with associates and promotes a proactive safety culture.
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workplace safety while maintaining operational efficiency.
- Serve as a trusted safety advisor and advocate for associate wellbeing across all levels of the organization.
- Foster a culture where safety is everyone's priority through effective communication, coaching, and positive reinforcement.
- Transform safety data into compelling narratives that influence positive change and drive engagement in safety initiatives.
Qualifications
- High school or equivalent
- A minimum of 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field OR; A Bachelor’s degree in EHS-relevant background OR; 6 months experience performing in a safety-related role within Amazon
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910
- Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity
- Experience maintaining confidentiality in matter involving security and/or personnel issues in the workplace
Benefits
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans
- EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Last updated Oct 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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