SpaceX · 22 hours ago
Environmental Health & Safety Technician
Vandenberg, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$24/hr - $43/hr
2+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Environmental Health & Safety Technician is responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and maintaining safety objectives at the Vandenberg launch facility while supporting the launch cadence goals.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for environmental compliance with all applicable regulations including but not limited to AQMD, EPA/RCRA, DOT and CUPA
Perform tasks related to Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulatory hazardous waste handling, storage and disposal requirements
Monitor and manage levels of hazardous waste at each department’s satellite accumulation area
Ensure all waste is properly labeled
Ensure all waste is properly stored, according to its classification
Accurately record and maintain 90-day hazardous waste drum logs, hazardous waste sign in sheets, VOC solvent usage logs
Accurately perform all required hazardous waste and hazardous material storage area inspections
Coordinate waste shipments with EHS supervisor and waste disposal contractor
Perform tasks related to spill response/prevention
Implement the spill prevention countermeasures and control plan (SPCC) throughout the facility
Order and maintain adequate spill supplies: spill pads, empty drums, secondary containment, and other equipment necessary to maintain safe handling and correct disposal of hazardous waste
Perform environmental compliance and due diligence audits
Manage hazardous materials; ensure all hazardous material are labeled and stored properly in the storage areas
Perform boots on the ground safety oversight by identifying and correcting workplace hazards and unsafe conditions
Monitor employee exposure to job and chemical hazards as regulated by Cal OSHA permissible exposure limits
Assist in the implementation and compliance of site-specific safety policies
Assist in the creation of job hazard analysis and personal protective equipment (PPE) assessments
Conduct and/or coordinate employee safety and environmental training programs and assist with emergency response training drills
Perform department specific safety surveys using inspection forms to ensure employees are utilizing safe work practices such as utilizing proper PPE, minimizing trip hazards, wearing fall protection etc
Ensure notification and corrective actions are put in place when any unsafe condition is presented or found throughout the site
Ensure that all launch related critical operations are supported, to ensure safety requirements are adhered to on the shop floor
Support the day-to-day and long-term activities/priorities of the EHS team, including launch day operations and ‘red-team’ duties
Perform inspections of the site’s emergency response equipment
Assist in accident/mishap investigations when necessary
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of experience implementing and overseeing aspects related to an environmental, health and safety program
Preferred
Experience in managing hazardous waste storage and satellite accumulation areas
Experience in performing boots on the ground safety oversight
Experience implementing/developing health and safety plans and policies
Experience with emergency response crews in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil and water
Experience using Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
Demonstrated strong propensity for hands-on work and attention to detail in either academic or career pursuits
Ability to multi-task, to manage shifting priorities and to follow through on projects with minimal supervision
Previous experience in a construction/industrial environment
Ability to communicate well with technicians and engineers
Strong organizational and communication skills are essential
Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
DOT RCRA shipper certification
Hazardous waste operations and emergency response
Forklift experience
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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