EHS Associate Scientist 3

At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions. Employee ownership at Weston is a path to professional growth and access to diverse opportunities in a highly connected community that works together across key service areas to make a difference in the environment. Weston has continued to evolve and adapt to our changing world as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services for over sixty years. In both the public and private sectors our teams help identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future.

This EHS Associate Scientist 3 role is a dedicated, client-facing position supporting day-to-day Environmental, Heath, & Safety (EHS) activities at a healthcare facility in the Sacramento area. Working onsite as an extension of the client’s EHS team, you will conduct inspections and assessments, support regulatory compliance programs, coordinate corrective actions, prepare documentation, and build effective relationships with the onsite EHS team, employees, contractors, and other stakeholders.  The position involves solving routine EHS challenges, preparing reports, and coordinating logistics with a strong focus on delivering high-quality service and building client trust.

Location: Sacramento, CA

Expected Outcome:

• Conduct facility inspections and hazard assessments across all clinical, laboratory, support, and facilities areas. 
• Provide clear documentation of findings and assist with corrective action follow up.
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, procedures, and documentation.
• Provide responsive onsite EHS support, research applicable requirements, answer routine compliance questions, escalate complex issues appropriately, and help facility teams implement practical corrective actions.
• Deliver EHS training
• Plan and prioritize work with support from your project manager; coordinate basic project logistics.
• Analyze data to support decision-making and regulatory interpretation.
• Prepare accurate reports and proposals aligned with quality standards.
• Communicate professionally with clients, regulators, and internal teams.
• Adhere to company policies and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• May require travel, use of PPE, and work in physically demanding or hazardous environments.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in science/engineering or equivalent experience.
• 4-6 years of relevant EHS experience; advanced degrees may substitute.
• Beginning knowledge of EHS regulations, environmental issues, and permitting.
• Familiarity with health & safety programs, environmental compliance, industrial hygiene (IH), ergonomics, and emergency response.
• Ability to work effectively in an active healthcare environment, including clinical operations, patients, visitors, contractors, and sensitive or restricted work areas.
• Prior healthcare, hospital, laboratory, or similarly regulated facility experience is preferred.
• Understanding of regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA) and ISO standards.
• Prior experience supporting Joint Commission compliance is a plus.
• Skills in data analysis, and technical reporting.
• Strong communication, presentation, and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant tools.

Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.