EHS Technician I

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories · Boise · $31–$46/hr (stated in the posting)

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SEL is seeking an EHS Technician I to support environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs that help protect our people, facilities, and communities on second shift. In this role, you will assist with maintaining EHS records, supporting compliance activities, and contributing to hazard control and accident prevention efforts across the organization. You will work closely with EHS professionals and employees to help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while promoting a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.

This position offers the opportunity to develop technical knowledge of environmental, health, and safety programs, regulatory requirements, and manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will assist with maintaining chemical inventory and waste management records, support incident reporting and corrective action processes, contribute to hazard identification and risk reduction initiatives, and help communicate EHS information that supports continuous improvement throughout the organization.

As an EHS Technician I, a typical day might include the following: 

• Assisting in the development, implementation, and continuous refinement of SEL environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including researching regulations as needed.
• Owning one to two programs that ensure safety and environmental compliance, and maintaining those programs to fulfill ongoing customer requirements or needs.
• Collaborating with and balancing the needs of various stakeholders to understand problems and requirements, including participating in cross-functional teams to create solutions within areas of expertise.
• Participating in internal audits and compliance inspections and identifying actions necessary to meet regulatory and ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standard requirements.
• Owning or coordinating chemical inventories, safety data sheets (SDSs), scrap, and waste material management for manufacturing facilities, and assisting with recordkeeping in support of these programs.
• Participating in active hazard control and accident prevention programs in partnership with the site safety committee, facilitating incident investigations, and assisting with root cause analysis and corrective action evaluation and implementation under general supervision.
• Assisting in the development of training programs that encourage a safe and healthy work environment, and counseling all levels of management and employee owners on safety management programs and practices.

This job might be for you if you have:

• A professional certification, such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST), or similar
• General knowledge of multiple EHS programs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications
• Strong organizational skills and a high attention to detail
• Excellent writing, grammar, and communication skills
• The ability to work both independently and cooperatively within a team environment
• The ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities

Physical Requirements

• Able to walk and stand for extended periods, climb stairs unassisted and lift and carry up to 40 lbs
• Ability to sit or stand for at least 8 hours
• Ability to pull weight from high/low places
• Ability to differentiate color
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks

Location:

Moscow, ID – This position is located in Moscow, ID, home to our state of the art Printed Circuit Board factory. Experience the charm of small-town living, with open spaces, no traffic jams, and easy access to outdoor adventures in the nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Enjoy the benefits of excellent schools and universities, all while embracing a more relaxed pace of life.​

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.  
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data - $31.00 - $46.00 hourly

You will also receive a shift differential of $5.00 per hour. We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the EHS Technician I level, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.

Communication with Applicants 

We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

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