Job Details: Job Location: Monahans, TX - Monahans, TX, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School Diploma, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: Up to 50% , Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Mine Operations, EHS Manager
Location: West Texas (near El Paso), with travel to project sites as needed
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Mining / Heavy Civil / Earthworks
Company
At Rango, moving material isn’t just what we do. It’s what we’re built for. With deep expertise and years of hands-on experience, we operate like our machines: productive, efficient, and powerful. Since 2012, Rango has grown into a leading mining services company across the Southwest. We partner with mining and construction companies in sectors from aggregates to precious metals and industrial minerals. Our culture is fast-paced, supportive, and team-oriented — and we’re just getting started. Join Rango and be part of a crew that keeps things moving.
Position Summary
We are seeking a hands-on, results-driven EHS Manager to lead and support environmental, health, and safety initiatives across Rango's mining, civil construction, and industrial services operations. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining effective EHS programs that protect employees, support operational excellence, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
The ideal candidate has practical experience working in active mining and construction environments, understands the regulatory requirements of the industries we serve, and can build strong relationships with field leadership and employees to promote a proactive safety culture.
Key Responsibilities
EHS Leadership & Program Management
Develop, implement, and continuously improve company-wide environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and programs.
Establish and monitor EHS objectives, performance metrics, and initiatives focused on reducing incidents, injuries, and environmental risks.
Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and project leadership to integrate EHS practices into daily activities and operational planning.
Conduct regular site visits, inspections, and audits to evaluate compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Promote employee engagement, accountability, and a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Maintain compliance with applicable MSHA, EPA, and state and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Oversee MSHA training requirements, including Part 48 training, certifications, and required documentation.
Conduct and support incident investigations, identify root causes, and develop corrective and preventive action plans.
Identify workplace hazards and environmental risks and recommend practical controls to reduce exposure and improve site conditions.
Oversee environmental compliance activities, including inspections, permitting, reporting, waste management, and required recordkeeping.
Coordinate with regulatory agencies during inspections and respond to findings, citations, and corrective action requirements.
Training & Employee Development
Develop and deliver safety and environmental training for employees, supervisors, and project leadership.
Oversee new-hire safety orientation, annual refresher training, site-specific training, and other required regulatory training.
Support supervisors in conducting toolbox talks, job safety analyses, and field-level hazard assessments.
Reinforce Stop Work Authority and encourage employees to identify and communicate unsafe conditions.
Maintain accurate training records, certifications, and compliance documentation.
Operational Support & Continuous Improvement
Provide hands-on EHS support and guidance to project teams and field personnel.
Work with operational leaders to incorporate safety and environmental considerations into work planning, equipment maintenance, and project execution.
Evaluate EHS trends, identify recurring issues, and recommend improvements to reduce risk and improve performance.
Support workers' compensation and return-to-work efforts, including injury prevention and coordination with internal stakeholders.
Develop consistent EHS practices across projects and locations while addressing site-specific operational needs.
Qualifications
3+ years of Environmental Health & Safety experience within the mining, heavy civil, and industrial services environments required including developing, implementing, and maintaining EHS policies and programs.
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or a related field preferred (equivalent work history acceptable).
Current MSHA Part 48 Blue Card certification required.
Strong working knowledge of MSHA Regulations (30 CFR), and applicable environmental regulations and compliance requirements.
Experience conducting safety inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, and employee training. MSHA/OSHA Inspection experience preferred.
Hands on knowledge of mining hazards (crushing/conveying, guarding, lockout tag out procedures, workplace exams, berms highwalls, electrical, respirable dust silica, noise, powered haulage, drilling/blasting).
Knowledge of TCEQ permitting processes (crushers/plants, stormwater prevention).
Experience with and knowledge of SPCC plans for fuel storage Tier II reporting procedures
First aid/CPR certified required.
Experience supporting multiple project sites or geographically dispersed operations preferred.
Strong understanding of mining, heavy equipment, construction, and industrial workplace hazards.
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, in verbal and written contexts.
Must have legal authorization to work in the United States, or the ability to achieve authorization without financial support of the Company.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence employees and leaders at all organizational levels.
Practical understanding of field operations and the ability to develop solutions that balance safety, environmental compliance, and productivity.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and incident investigation skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver effective training and communicate regulatory requirements.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines independently.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and documentation.
Self-motivated, approachable, and comfortable working in active mining, construction, and industrial environments.
Work Environment
Combination of office and field-based work supporting mining, civil construction, and industrial services operations.
Based in West Texas near El Paso, with regular travel to project sites as operational needs require.
Exposure to outdoor conditions, uneven terrain, dust, noise, and heavy equipment operations.
Ability to work in active mine and construction environments and wear required personal protective equipment.
Why Join Us
This is an opportunity to have a meaningful impact on the safety and environmental performance of a growing mining and industrial services company. You will work directly with operational leaders and field teams to strengthen our safety culture, support regulatory compliance, and help ensure our employees return home safely every day.
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