EHS Specialist

About the role

As a Data Center EHS Specialist at Black Box, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the digital backbone of tomorrow by overseeing one of the most ambitious infrastructure initiatives in the country: building the largest data center in the United States. You’ll lead from the front, managing every phase of the construction roadmap to ensure flawless execution across project deliverables and timelines. This role involves applying established PMO standards, processes, and methodologies to drive excellence, safety, and innovation on-site while setting new benchmarks for modern data center deployment.

Black Box is a global leader in IT solutions, delivering cutting-edge technology and best-in-class services. We’re a purpose-driven organization committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work, with a culture built on integrity, shared ownership, and an unwavering commitment to exceeding expectations.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA regulations and Black Box’s Safety Injury & Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).
• Develops, implements, and delivers safety and orientation training programs.
• Inspects facilities to identify existing or potential hazards, recommends corrective measures, and verifies implementation.
• Maintains safety documentation including audits, inspections, Pre-Task Plans (PTP), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).
• Participates in accident and injury investigations and supports preparation of materials for hearings, lawsuits, and insurance cases.
• Other duties as necessary.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in the construction industry in a similar role.
• Experience with large structured cabling projects and/or data center construction projects highly preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in an EHS discipline and/or BCSP certification such as ASP, CHST, OHST, CSP, SMT, SMS, CET, and/or GSP.
• Experience developing and implementing safety programs, conducting hazard mitigation activities, and supporting large-scale construction projects (data center experience preferred).
• Excellent communication, organization, prioritization skills, and proficiency in MS Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA Outreach Trainer Certification for OSHA 10/30 Hour.

Schedule

Standard work hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (after hours and weekends as necessary).

Location

Fully onsite at client sites in New Albany, OH.

Benefits

Black Box offers competitive compensation and benefits, including opportunities for growth, ownership, and recognition. We provide challenging work with advancement opportunities for those demonstrating desire and aptitude through their achievements. This role is a contract position with possible extension or hire.