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Environmental Health Lead / Certified Industrial Hygienist

Copper River Family of Companies
$250,000—$300,000 USD
flexible benefit account, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), expense account
United States, California, Edwards Air Force Base
Jun 04, 2026
Coho Integrated Solutions is seeking a highly qualified Environmental Health Lead or Certified Industrial Hygienist to support environmental health and industrial hygiene operations at Edwards Air Force Base, California. The Environmental Health Lead will oversee the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of workplace health hazards while ensuring compliance with NASA, OSHA, federal, and industry standards. This position serves as the primary technical authority for occupational exposure assessment, industrial hygiene programs, and workforce health protection initiatives. Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): Lead environmental health and industrial hygiene programs in accordance with NASA requirements and federal regulations. Conduct workplace exposure assessments and hazard evaluations involving chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic hazards. Develop and implement industrial hygiene monitoring strategies and sampling plans. Evaluate employee exposure to hazardous substances including asbestos, lead, cadmium, beryllium, chromium VI, mercury, benzene, formaldehyde, and methylene chloride. Manage Hazard Communication and Global Harmonization System (GHS) compliance programs. Oversee respiratory protection, hearing conservation, indoor air quality, thermal stress, and ergonomics programs. Evaluate local exhaust ventilation systems and engineering controls to reduce occupational exposures. Support radiation safety, laser safety, radiofrequency safety, and optical radiation safety programs. Provide technical guidance on additive manufacturing, cryogenic safety, hydrazine safety, silica exposure, and reproductive health programs. Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations. Prepare technical reports, exposure assessments, and recommendations for corrective actions. Deliver environmental health training and consultation services to management and employees. Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements: Education and Certifications: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Health, Safety Engineering, or a related discipline Minimum six (6) years of professional industrial hygiene experience Industrial Hygienist certification Required Experience and Competencies: Experience supporting federal agencies, aerospace organizations, research facilities, or Department of Defense programs Experience managing complex industrial hygiene programs involving chemical, physical, and radiological hazards Experience serving as a technical lead or program manager for occupational health initiatives Demonstrated experience independently conducting exposure assessments, data analysis, and technical evaluations Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA, NASA, NIOSH, ACGIH, and federal occupational health requirements Strong technical writing, communication, and analytical skills Position Pay Range $250,000 — $300,000 USD About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak: Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration's (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE's ability to facilitate economic advancement. The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions. Copper River's Culture The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver. Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan Retirement 401(k) with employer match Open leave policy and paid holidays Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more! Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River. *Disclaimer:* The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.