Amazon
EHS Specialist
Romeoville, IL · Full-time · Posted Sep 14, 2026
- Experience
- At least 1 year in an EHS-related field, or a bachelor’s degree in an EHS-relevant background, or 6 months performing in an Amazon safety-related role.
- Education
- High school or equivalent; a bachelor’s degree in an EHS-relevant background is an alternative qualification.
About the job
The Workplace Health & Safety Specialist implements safety programs, investigates incidents, assesses risks, trains associates, and promotes a proactive safety culture at an Amazon site.
What you'll do
- Conduct safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments; implement injury-prevention and continuous-improvement measures.
- Deliver safety training and advise associates and leaders to promote safe practices and behavioral change.
- Assist with emergency response and maintain effective care delivery during emergencies.
What they ask for
- High school or equivalent.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910.
- At least 1 year in an EHS-related field, or a bachelor’s degree in an EHS-relevant background, or 6 months in an Amazon safety-related role.
- Professional experience using Microsoft Word and Excel, and experience maintaining confidentiality involving workplace security or personal issues.
Nice to have
- Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a safety-related field.
- Experience in emergency response, workers compensation case management, team leadership, or analyzing accident data and conducting job hazard and job safety analyses; current First Aid and CPR certificates are also preferred.
Pay
27.98 - 33.41 USD hourly (base salary)
Tools
Microsoft Word, Excel, OSHA, 29 CFR 1910
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