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Health And Safety Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Roles tied to OSHA compliance, industrial hygiene, or environmental safety often support advanced-degree EB-2 petitions, while EB-3 covers degreed professionals in standard specialist positions.
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Get Access To All JobsBe a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
Where is the work:
Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.
Job Summary:
Responsible for the promotion and maintenance of the Area or Regional environmental safety and health program, inclusive of wellness and security as it applies to employees’ safety while performing work, as directed by the Regional Environmental Health and Safety Leader.
What you will do:
- Assist with leading and coordinating safety process efforts in the commercial sales / service offices as directed by the Regional EHS Leader.
- Conduct inspections, risk assessments and jobsite visits with technicians at customer sites, both service and contracting.
- Ensure all safety, occupational health and environmental related records are accurately maintained and in compliance with OSHA, DOT, provincial, state or other regulatory agency rules and regulations and Trane procedures.
- Implement Trane safety policies and procedures to be followed by company personnel. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
- Analyze safety data to coordinate the safety effort for continual improvement. Participate in department Lean processes including Regional EHS A3.
- Assist in development and conduct annual safety training in assigned area offices, to include all regional employees.
- Conduct new-hire safety training in assigned areas. Support implementation and purchasing required PPE meeting Trane field standards, conduct in-person high-risk training and assign online training as determined by the business and regional training plan.
- Ensure that regional training, Qualified Person, PPE and inspection databases are updated and maintained.
- Participate on corporate teams as needed to assist in the development of safety policies and procedures.
- Ensure safety and/or environmental invoices and purchase requisitions are processed in a timely manner.
- Coordinate and lead the Safety Committees in assigned areas and complete action items in a timely manner.
- Participate in investigation of injuries, near misses, incidents and accidents and ensure corrective actions are implemented and completed.
- Utilize company EHS platform, Benchmark|Gensuite, as directed to assign and monitor inspections, concern and near miss reports, Action Tracking System items and generate various reports as directed.
- Support review and mitigation of safety concerns through all business platforms, such as XOi, ProCore, etc.
- Ensure inspections and audits are completed on a regular basis in assigned area offices. Assist inspectors in corrective actions and development of preventative measures.
- Assist with overseeing the administration of workers' compensation program, including working with the insurance carrier and administering the return-to-work program.
- Represent the organization in the community and / or industry safety groups and programs.
- Assist in evaluation of contractors as part of the regional contractor qualification program.
- Assist other Trane Technologies businesses, such as co-located Trane Supply stores, as needed and directed.
- Independently work remotely with the regional geography, with expectation to be with technicians on jobsites and rotate through the regional offices on a regular basis, approximately 65% of the time. Other times should be focused on administrative and regulatory paperwork or safety concern follow-up, while working in your base office.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental or Safety Sciences/Engineering, or related field preferred.
- One or more safety-related professional certification is desired (i.e. CSP, CIH, CHSM).
- A minimum 3+ years of practical environmental health and safety management experience at a medium-large site preferred.
- General knowledge of OSHA, EPA, MSHA, DOT, Canada Health & Safety Board as regionally appropriate.
- Experience in the interpretation of federal, provincial, state, local, environmental and safety standards.
- Beginning experience in fast paced, changing/growing organization.
- Excellent time management skills and computer experience in MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, and Word) and EHS data management system (i.e. Gensuite).
- Ability to motivate, engage and influence others.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including written and verbal in English. Bi-lingual is an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt well to face-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction and strategy.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$65,200.00 - $118,860.00
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
Yes
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
Safety Sensitive Role:
Yes
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
Where is the work:
Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.
Job Summary:
Responsible for the promotion and maintenance of the Area or Regional environmental safety and health program, inclusive of wellness and security as it applies to employees’ safety while performing work, as directed by the Regional Environmental Health and Safety Leader.
What you will do:
- Assist with leading and coordinating safety process efforts in the commercial sales / service offices as directed by the Regional EHS Leader.
- Conduct inspections, risk assessments and jobsite visits with technicians at customer sites, both service and contracting.
- Ensure all safety, occupational health and environmental related records are accurately maintained and in compliance with OSHA, DOT, provincial, state or other regulatory agency rules and regulations and Trane procedures.
- Implement Trane safety policies and procedures to be followed by company personnel. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
- Analyze safety data to coordinate the safety effort for continual improvement. Participate in department Lean processes including Regional EHS A3.
- Assist in development and conduct annual safety training in assigned area offices, to include all regional employees.
- Conduct new-hire safety training in assigned areas. Support implementation and purchasing required PPE meeting Trane field standards, conduct in-person high-risk training and assign online training as determined by the business and regional training plan.
- Ensure that regional training, Qualified Person, PPE and inspection databases are updated and maintained.
- Participate on corporate teams as needed to assist in the development of safety policies and procedures.
- Ensure safety and/or environmental invoices and purchase requisitions are processed in a timely manner.
- Coordinate and lead the Safety Committees in assigned areas and complete action items in a timely manner.
- Participate in investigation of injuries, near misses, incidents and accidents and ensure corrective actions are implemented and completed.
- Utilize company EHS platform, Benchmark|Gensuite, as directed to assign and monitor inspections, concern and near miss reports, Action Tracking System items and generate various reports as directed.
- Support review and mitigation of safety concerns through all business platforms, such as XOi, ProCore, etc.
- Ensure inspections and audits are completed on a regular basis in assigned area offices. Assist inspectors in corrective actions and development of preventative measures.
- Assist with overseeing the administration of workers' compensation program, including working with the insurance carrier and administering the return-to-work program.
- Represent the organization in the community and / or industry safety groups and programs.
- Assist in evaluation of contractors as part of the regional contractor qualification program.
- Assist other Trane Technologies businesses, such as co-located Trane Supply stores, as needed and directed.
- Independently work remotely with the regional geography, with expectation to be with technicians on jobsites and rotate through the regional offices on a regular basis, approximately 65% of the time. Other times should be focused on administrative and regulatory paperwork or safety concern follow-up, while working in your base office.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental or Safety Sciences/Engineering, or related field preferred.
- One or more safety-related professional certification is desired (i.e. CSP, CIH, CHSM).
- A minimum 3+ years of practical environmental health and safety management experience at a medium-large site preferred.
- General knowledge of OSHA, EPA, MSHA, DOT, Canada Health & Safety Board as regionally appropriate.
- Experience in the interpretation of federal, provincial, state, local, environmental and safety standards.
- Beginning experience in fast paced, changing/growing organization.
- Excellent time management skills and computer experience in MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, and Word) and EHS data management system (i.e. Gensuite).
- Ability to motivate, engage and influence others.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including written and verbal in English. Bi-lingual is an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt well to face-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction and strategy.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$65,200.00 - $118,860.00
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
Yes
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
Safety Sensitive Role:
Yes
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Health And Safety Specialist
Document your credentials for PERM classification
Gather your degree transcripts, professional certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM), and any OSHA training records before your employer files PERM. DOL reviewers look at whether your credentials match the minimum requirements the employer advertises, so gaps here can trigger audits.
Target employers with active OFLC filing history
Search the OFLC Wage Search and public PERM disclosure data to find companies that have sponsored health and safety roles before. Employers already familiar with PERM for this occupation type move faster and make fewer procedural errors during the recruitment attestation phase.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Filter your job search on Migrate Mate by green card sponsorship and occupation to surface Health And Safety Specialist roles where employers have a documented history of filing employment-based petitions, saving you from applying to companies that lack the process knowledge or intent to sponsor.
Verify your SOC code before the prevailing wage request
Health and safety work maps to multiple Standard Occupational Classification codes depending on your industry focus. Confirm your employer selects the correct SOC code when submitting the prevailing wage determination to DOL, because a mismatch between your actual duties and the posted wage level can force a restart.
Negotiate job duties language in your offer letter
PERM filings require your employer to advertise the role with specific minimum requirements. Work with HR to ensure your offer letter duties align precisely with what gets posted, since USCIS compares the two documents during I-140 adjudication and inconsistencies are a common denial trigger.
Understand EB-2 versus EB-3 timing before you accept an offer
If you hold a master's degree in occupational health, environmental science, or a related field, ask whether your employer will file under EB-2 rather than EB-3. EB-2 priority dates are often current for many nationalities, which can shorten your wait to adjustment of status by years.
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Find Health And Safety Specialist JobsHealth And Safety Specialist Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Health And Safety Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are possible depending on your degree and how the employer defines the role. EB-3 covers positions requiring a bachelor's degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or environmental science. EB-2 applies when the role genuinely requires a master's degree or equivalent advanced credentials, and your employer can justify that requirement in the PERM filing.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B is a temporary work status capped at 65,000 slots annually, with a lottery for most applicants. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual filing cap and leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six months to over a year before your employer files the I-140, but the outcome is a green card rather than repeated renewal cycles.
What professional certifications strengthen a PERM petition for a Health And Safety Specialist?
Certifications like the Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), and Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) directly support your EB-2 or EB-3 petition when the employer lists them as preferred or required qualifications. Including them in your resume and credential documentation also helps satisfy DOL audit requirements if your PERM application is selected for review.
How can I find Health And Safety Specialist jobs where employers are willing to sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lets you filter roles specifically by employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you can identify employers who have filed PERM petitions for health and safety occupations rather than relying on vague job posting language. Targeting companies with a track record of sponsoring this occupation type significantly reduces the risk of starting a lengthy process with an employer who later backs out.
Can my employer start the green card process while I'm on an H-1B or other work authorization?
Yes. Your employer can file the PERM labor certification while you're working under any valid status, including H-1B, O-1, or EAD. The PERM process runs in parallel with your current authorization. Once USCIS approves the I-140 petition, you can file for adjustment of status when your priority date becomes current, without needing to leave your current role or interrupt your employment.
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