Apprenticeship – Certified Safety Specialist | Washington Career Paths

Certified Safety Specialist

Occupational health and safety specialists analyze and collect data on various work environments and work procedures. Specialists inspect workplaces for adherence to regulations regarding health, safety, and the environment. They may also conduct incident investigations, provide safety training, or design safety management policies and procedures. Successful Specialists are detail-oriented, skilled at problem solving, capable of working independently and as part of a team, and have a good work ethic.

SELECT AN APPRENTICESHIP LOCATION

Intuitive Safety Solutions

Step 1: Verify Eligibility

Required Qualifications

18 years of age
High School diploma/GED
Physically able
Valid driver's license
Auto insurance and dependable transportation
Pass drug screening test and background check

Recommended Skills

Strong written and verbal skills
Ability to engage people
Strong math skills
Good investigative and inspection skills
Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Passion for Safety and the desire to help people

* If you do not possess the recommended skills, you can ask about a pre-apprenticeship program *

Step 2: Apply

Apply

Apply for admission to Edmonds Community College
Email the Program Director Darren Linker that you are applying for the Apprenticeship program.
Download and Complete the Apprenticeship Application
Submit completed application and required documentation to apprenticeship@iss-safe.com or mail to 8525 186th St. SW, Edmonds, WA 98026.
Complete interview
If selected, you will be placed with a partnering Training Agent employer.

Step 3: Begin Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship

4,500 hours / 2-3 years on-the-job training
Minimum of 144 hours of on-line coursework each year through Edmonds Community College

Wages

Start at 60% of current Journey-Level rate.
Gain 10% pay increase after every 1,125 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6 months) plus required schooling.
Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program.

Average Starting Hourly Wage

$18.00 + Benefits + GI Bill® Housing Allowance

GI Bill® Housing Allowance

Usage is optional
Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool
Search School Name: CERTIFIED SAFETY SPECIALIST APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

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Estimated Wage Calculator

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*Contact union local for updated wage information.

GI Bill Usage Breakdown:
100% - 1-6 months
80% - 6-12 months
60% - 12-18 months
40% - 18-24 months
20% - 24-30 months
*Usage Optional

Eligible veterans in an approved Apprenticeship Program can use their GI Bill® benefit and receive a tax-free stipend on a monthly basis. The Post 9/11 GI Bill® stipend is the equivalent of the Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) of an E-5 with dependents (based on the zip code of the training facility) which is paid addition to normal wages. Refer to the chart below to understand how Post 9/11 GI Bill® benefits are paid, or consult the VA website www.benefits.va.gov/gibill (Link) to see how other VA chapters are paid for Apprenticeship Training.