Industrial Hygienist
Hallam, NE, US, 68368-0088
Industrial Hygienist
Salary Range - $7,053.00 -$8,816.00
Location - Nebraska - Columbus, Brownville, Norfolk, North Platte, Hallam, or York
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting Date: 7/21/2025
Closing Date: Open unitl filled
Are you hard-working and eager to make a meaningful impact in the ever-emerging energy industry? Come join us!
By joining the Nebraska Public Power District team, you’re becoming part of a close-knit community that embodies the values and traditions of the state. More than generating and delivering power, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. With safety at the helm, we have created a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth. Here, you’re not just an employee; you're a valued member of a family that respects and supports each other.
Our power grid has been consistently ranked one of the most reliable and resilient, but our reputation for excellence extends beyond our customer service to our employee satisfaction. Many of our team members have built lifelong careers here, advancing through the ranks thanks to our robust training programs and opportunities for professional development. With us, you’ll find a place where your efforts are recognized and rewarded, where you’re making a deep impact on the communities around you, and where you can truly power a career that you can be proud of.
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Position Summary
The Industrial Hygienist supports occupational health and safety efforts across the District by identifying, evaluating, and controlling chemical, physical, and biological exposures in the workplace. This role is focused on technical field work, employee exposure monitoring, ergonomic health risk mitigation, and support for safe work practices related to industrial processes in power generation, transmission, and distribution environments.
Education, Training and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, Occupational Health, or a related science (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics)
3+ years of field industrial hygiene experience, preferably in utilities, manufacturing, or construction
Related Experience:
- Demonstrated experience conducting ergonomic assessments
- Proficiency with IH sampling equipment and OSHA/NIOSH analytical methods
- Strong understanding of occupational exposure limits and health-based risk evaluation
- Familiarity with utility operations (e.g., substations, generating stations, line work) preferred
Licenses and/or Certifications
Certification as a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) is strongly preferred.
Certification in ergonomics or human factors preferred, and demonstrated experience is highly desirable.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Perform field sampling and exposure monitoring for airborne contaminants (e.g., asbestos, welding fumes, silica, solvents, combustion by products, mold, biological, etc.)
Conduct physical hazard monitoring for noise, heat stress, electromagnetic fields (EMF), and other workplace hazards
Utilize direct-reading instruments and laboratory sampling techniques following OSHA/NIOSH standards
Interpret results and assess potential exposures against OSHA PELs, ACGIH TLVs, NIOSH and ANSI recommendations and internal health guidelines
Communicate relevant sample data and collaborate with the Environmental Department as needed.
Assist generation facilities in identifying potential exposure hazards during routine and outage activities
Provide field-level recommendations for exposure mitigation, including engineering and administrative controls
Support confined space entry assessments with atmospheric testing and ventilation recommendations
Provide technical IH support during outages, demolition, remediation, or construction involving new potential exposures
Serve as the lead coordinator for the District’s ergonomic health program
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (Continued)
Conduct ergonomic assessments for field, plant, and office environments
Recommend improvements to tools, equipment layout, or work processes to reduce musculoskeletal risks
Collaborate with Safety and Occupational Health staff to address complex or multi-factor ergonomic concerns and assessment assistance in various locations.
Maintain documentation of assessments, trends, and recommended improvement
Collaborate with the Health and Wellness medical staff to support medical surveillance programs based on exposure risks
Review work processes and material safety data to identify personnel needing surveillance for lead, asbestos, noise, or other exposures
Conduct fit testing for hearing protectors and respirators as needed with the Health & Wellness team.
Recommend appropriate PPE based on sampling data and job hazard analysis
Evaluate changes in job tasks or materials for health impacts and work with health and wellness team and NPPD’s medical director to determine appropriate medical monitoring
Maintain accurate exposure records for compliance with regulatory and internal reporting needs
Summarize and communicate monitoring findings to employees and supervisors in clear, understandable language
Accountable for other duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.
Pay Grade - 13 Monthly
Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $7,053.00 - $8,816.00
Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.
Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.
Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer