Environmental/Safety Officer

The Mice Groups
San Jose, CA

FTE/Direct Hire Opportunity

Location: San Jose, CA

Pay: $95K-130K + yearly Performance Bonus

Work on site M-F core businees hours


Our client, a well-established and growing organization with nearly a century of industry leadership. With over 98 years of experience, this company has built a strong reputation in the asphalt and construction materials industry, delivering high-quality asphalt production, emulsion manufacturing, recycling services, and specialty seal coating solutions.


Beyond materials, the company plays a vital role in infrastructure development by supplying geotextiles, drainage systems, and erosion control products across California. Their long-standing success is driven by a commitment to quality, innovation, sustainability, and safety.


This is a unique opportunity to be part of a legacy organization that combines decades of expertise with a forward-thinking approach to modern construction and environmental responsibility.


About the Role

We are seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Officer to support and maintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations within a construction and materials environment. This role is responsible for implementing safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting inspections, and supporting incident investigations.


Key Responsibilities

  • Implement and maintain company policies in compliance with local, state, and federal EHS regulations
  • Prepare, update, and manage environmental, health, and safety policies and procedure manuals
  • Conduct routine safety and environmental inspections across job sites and facilities
  • Lead employee safety training sessions and ensure proper documentation
  • Oversee hazardous waste handling, packaging, and disposal in accordance with regulations
  • Prepare reports, permit applications, and regulatory documentation as required
  • Serve as a point of contact for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations
  • Lead and participate in accident/incident investigations, including root cause analysis
  • Partner with management to coordinate and improve environmental and safety compliance programs


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field
  • Minimum of 2 years of EHS experience within the construction or related industry
  • Working knowledge of environmental and safety regulations and compliance standards
  • Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, and local regulatory requirements
  • Experience with hazardous waste management and disposal procedures
  • Strong ability to conduct inspections, training, and incident investigations
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and documentation skills
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is desired


Preferred Qualifications

  • OSHA 30 certification
  • HAZWOPER certification
  • Experience supporting construction job sites or industrial environments
  • Knowledge of emergency response procedures and regulatory reporting

Why Join This Opportunity

  • Work with an industry leader supporting critical infrastructure projects
  • Stable, growing company with long-term career potential
  • Hands-on role with direct impact on workplace safety and environmental responsibility
  • Collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement