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- Personal Growth: Passion for business, leadership, and personal development through reading and mentorship
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Owen Keister
EHS Specialist
New Columbia,PA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) and OSHA-30 certified EHS professional with over two years of cross-industry leadership experience in healthcare, nuclear, and construction environments. Expertise in implementing innovative and legacy EHS programs, leading safety committees, conducting thorough audits, and presenting compliance strategies to senior leadership. Proficient in hazard analysis, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance, with a solid foundation in ISO 14001/45001 standards and actively pursuing the Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation. Recognized for exceptional communication and public speaking abilities, honed through high-ticket sales experience, effectively influencing executives and engaging frontline teams to foster a robust culture of safety through entrepreneurial problem-solving.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
EHS Specialist
WellSpan Health
04.2025 - Current
- Led regular audits and gap analyses of EHS management systems, identifying compliance risks, and implementing corrective actions that strengthened overall safety performance.
- Developed and presented comprehensive safety metrics to senior leadership, influencing strategic decision-making, and driving measurable improvements in compliance and workplace safety.
- Implemented new EHS policies and data collection systems during a hospital acquisition, streamlining processes, and enhancing executive visibility into safety performance.
- Designed and delivered ergonomics and fall protection training for over 150 employees and contractors, coaching staff to adopt safer work practices and reduce incident potential.
High-Ticket Sales Setter (Remote)
Catalyst Holdings
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Closed over $105K in sales within 7 months by effectively managing CRM pipelines and leveraging client relationships to drive conversions.
- Boosted sales by 10% within 6 months by cultivating strong client relationships, which led to increased referrals.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional team members (closers, content creators, business partners) to gather information relevant to potential clients, strengthening the overall quality of outreach efforts.
Safety Engineer
Leonard S. Fiore
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Supervised EHS operations across multiple construction sites, directing 4 or more site leads, and influencing the safety performance of more than 300 workers.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to identify hazards, implementing immediate corrective actions to reduce risks, and ensure compliance.
- Enforced OSHA-compliant protocols, conducted JHAs, and integrated new equipment safely, minimizing downtime and incident potential.
- Strengthened retention and safety culture by leading coaching sessions, safety huddles, and root cause investigations that drove continuous improvement.
EHS Manager – Nuclear Division
BWX Technologies
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed job hazard analyses for nuclear material deconstruction on a $13 million project, enabling early detection of high-risk conditions (CFR 29, 1910, and 26).
- Contributed to federal, state, and local OSHA and DOE compliance planning, and nuclear safety training modules.
- Managed hazardous waste disposal programs, ensuring proper handling and minimizing environmental impact.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Safety Management, Minor in Leadership
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock 05.2001 -
Skills
Communication and Leadership
Problem Solving and Growth Mindset
EHS Program Implementation & Compliance
Training & Culture Development
Certification
Graduate Safety Practitioner
Accomplishments
- Graduated from college in 3 years (B.S. Safety Management, Minor in Leadership, Magna Cum Laude) to accelerate entry into the workforce and begin contributing earlier.
- Earned Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) credential immediately upon graduation, positioning for CSP certification and demonstrating commitment to professional mastery.
- Built cross-industry safety experience by age 24 — including nuclear, healthcare, and construction — providing a unique breadth of perspective uncommon at this career stage.
- Closed $105K in high-ticket sales within 7 months, proving ability to influence, communicate, and build relationships with executives and stakeholders.
- Presented safety policies and performance directly to senior leadership at multiple organizations, gaining executive-level exposure early in career.
Interests
Timeline
EHS Specialist
WellSpan Health
04.2025 - Current
High-Ticket Sales Setter (Remote)
Catalyst Holdings
05.2024 - 02.2025
OSHA 30 Hour (1926)
02-2024
Safety Engineer
Leonard S. Fiore
09.2023 - 06.2024
Graduate Safety Practitioner
08-2023
OSHA 10 Hour (1910)
08-2023
EHS Manager – Nuclear Division
BWX Technologies
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Safety Management, Minor in Leadership
Slippery Rock University
05.2001 -
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