Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Paramedic)

About the role

SpaceX operates the world's first automated unmanned vessels certified to land orbital-class vehicles. The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist will work with an elite team developing and executing the recovery of flown spaceflight hardware. This role will support both off and-on-shore recovery operations and will be responsible for ensuring the safety and health of SpaceX teams and the environment in which we operate. They will also serve at a world-class level as a licensed paramedic during offshore operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the paramedic during offshore operations, performing work in offshore/marine environments
• Recognize requirements and ensure compliance with safety programs and standards including (not limited to): hazard communication, slip/trip/falls, fall protection, confined space, hot work, respiratory protection, lockout/tag-out (LOTO), machine guarding, power and hand-held tools, electrical, emergency shower and eyewash, and chemical management
• Conduct respiratory training and fit tests
• Identify workplace safety hazards and conditions for job-related tasks
• Create and maintain job hazard analyses and personal protective equipment (PPE) assessments
• Perform and document safety inspections and assist with accident/mishap investigations
• Document and follow through with corrective actions for identified unsafe conditions
• Support recovery operations at sea for Falcon 9, Dragon, and/or Starship. Support may include the following operations: Dragon at sea recovery operations; Dragon dockside recovery and post processing operations; Falcon 9 at sea recovery operations; Falcon 9 dockside recovery and post processing operations; Falcon 9 landing operations; transportation of recovered flight hardware
• Develop, implement and maintain SpaceX environmental policies as outlined by EPA, USCG, DOT, RCRA and any other applicable regulatory agency
• Responsible for hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, including DOT and RCRA, and proper handling, labeling, and storage
• Coordinate waste characterization and profiling
• Monitor, track and ensure company EPA hazardous waste records are completed accordingly
• Perform environmental compliance and due diligence audits
• Prepare and update spill prevention control countermeasures (SPCC) plans as required
• Conduct and monitor the NPDES and other discharge permits/plans
• Monitor waste at satellite accumulation areas (SAA) and move full containers to Central Accumulation Area (CAA); Maintain waste logs and conduct weekly SAA inspections
• Recognize construction or industrial storm water requirements
• Recognize spill prevention countermeasures and control plan (SPCC) requirements and address spills in a compliant manner

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Certified Paramedic (NREMT or State of Florida)
• ACLS and CPR certified or ability to get certified within 30 days of hire
• 2+ years of experience implementing and overseeing environmental, health and safety programs
• 4+ years of experience managing emergency response crews in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil and water

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Current (non-expired) USCG license
• Experience in offshore EHS and paramedic environments
• Experience using Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with use of and training for scaffolding, cranes, forklifts, boom & scissor lifts, lifting straps/slings, and fall protection equipment
• Demonstrated strong propensity for hands-on work and attention to detail in either academic or career pursuits
• Ability to multi-task, to manage shifting priorities and to follow through on projects with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a construction/industrial environment
• Ability to communicate well with technicians and engineers
• Ability to work in a high-concentration, fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass Air Force background check
• Ability to pass relevant USCG examinations, federal facility background checks, re-certifications, and chemical testing
• ACLS and CPR certified
• Position is subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted
• Willing to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain, wind, open ocean
• Willingness to work overtime and extended hours when needed to meet critical deadlines

Itar Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.