Health, Safety, & Environment
HSE Specialist, Industrial Hygienist
Richmond, California
R000070604
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Chevron is accepting online applications for the position Industrial Hygienist through 4/22/2026 at 11:59 p.m. (PST).
The Industrial Hygienist is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and controlling occupational health hazards to protect employees, contractors, and the surrounding community. This role supports refinery operations by applying industrial hygiene principles, regulatory requirements, and company standards to ensure compliance, risk reduction, and continuous improvement in occupational health performance.
Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:
Applying knowledge of Federal OSHA, California OSHA, ANSI, ACGIH, and NIOSH requirements to refinery operations
Implementing and maintaining occupational exposure monitoring programs aligned with Chevron Exposure Standards
Conducting qualitative and quantitative exposure assessments for chemical, physical, and biological hazards
Interpreting monitoring results and recommending appropriate control measures using the hierarchy of controls
Planning, conducting, and documenting occupational hygiene monitoring activities
Preparing clear, accurate, and defensible occupational hygiene reports, including exposure determinations and recommendations
Maintaining exposure records in accordance with regulatory and Chevron record retention requirements
Communicating monitoring results and risk information to a wide range of stakeholders in a clear and timely manner
Managing small to moderately complex occupational hygiene projects and prioritizing work to meet operational and regulatory requirements
Collaborating with HSE team members, operations, and maintenance personnel to support refinery objectives
Supporting regulatory inspections, audits, and interactions with County, State, and Federal agencies as needed
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Health and Environmental Science, or a related field
General knowledge of occupational health regulations and exposure assessment methods
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years of experience
Experience applying industrial hygiene principles in an industrial, manufacturing, or refinery environment
Working knowledge of occupational health regulations and exposure assessment methods
Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead projects of moderate scope with limited supervision
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
Relocation Options:
Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters.
International Considerations:
Expatriate assignments will not be considered.
Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.
Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions
The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on his or her skills, experience, and qualifications. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable to successful candidates who are hired onto local United States payroll.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $91,500 - 180,500.
Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which includes, but is not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/.
Richmond, California
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