Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Technician - contract to hire
$96,000–$124,000 year
On-siteMenlo Park, California, United States
Job Summary
Receive, inspect, label, and inventory incoming chemicals and compressed gases while maintaining accurate records in the laboratory inventory or LIMS system. Collect, package, and stage hazardous waste including flammable solvents, corrosives, and contaminated PPE, ensuring proper labeling and storage within applicable limits. Perform routine safety inspections, coordinate waste pickups with vendors, and manage manifests and disposal documentation. Monitor supply inventories for reordering, maintain spill kits and emergency equipment, and support regulatory, fire department, and internal inspections. Collect environmental samples and coordinate testing with external laboratories. Assist with chemical inventory reconciliation, CERS reporting, laboratory cleanouts, and equipment moves. This role supports the EHS Engineer and Facilities team to keep the autonomous laboratory compliant and ready for high-throughput materials discovery.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree, technical certification, bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience in EHS, chemistry, environmental science, occupational health, industrial technology, or a related field
- At least 1–2 years of experience in laboratory operations, hazardous waste, chemical management, industrial EHS, semiconductor, biotechnology, manufacturing, or a related technical environment
- Familiarity with laboratory chemical handling, hazard compatibility, and hazardous waste management
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and comfort maintaining accurate records
- Able to safely move containers, handle supplies, and work throughout an active laboratory environment
- Comfortable working independently while coordinating closely with scientists, engineers, vendors, and regulators
- Minimum education: Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience
- Location: Menlo Park, CA
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with RCRA and California hazardous waste requirements, including DTSC, CUPA, or CERS
- Experience with chemical inventory systems, environmental sampling, DOT hazardous-materials requirements, or TSDF coordination
- HAZWOPER, CPR/First Aid, forklift, pallet jack, or related safety training
- Experience supporting semiconductor, advanced materials, chemical, or research laboratories
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