Environmental Health & Safety Technician at SpaceX
Brownsville, TX, United States
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY TECHNICIAN
Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Technicians at SpaceX are responsible for regulatory requirements relating to OSHA, RCRA, EPA, and DOT requirements. In this role, you will be responsible for working with engineers and technicians daily to ensure our manufacturing facility can support Starship manufacturing goals while meeting all environmental, health, and safety objectives.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Environmental
Responsible for environmental compliance with all applicable regulations including but not limited to EPA/RCRA, US Fish and Wildlife, US Coast Guard, TCEQ, TXDOT, TX Parks and Wildlife, TX General Land Office, and Railroad Commission of Texas
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 and stored according to its classification
Record and maintain 90-day hazardous waste drum logs, hazardous waste sign in sheets, and VOC Solvent usage logs
Perform all required hazardous waste and hazardous material storage area inspections
Coordinate waste shipments with EHS Engineers, EHS Specialists, and waste disposal contractors
Perform weekly storm water inspections per the SWPPP
Perform tasks related to Spill Response/Prevention Plan
Implement the Spill Prevention Countermeasures and Control Plan (SPCC) throughout the facility
Order and maintain adequate spill supplies, such as spill pads, empty drums, secondary containment, and other equipment necessary to maintain safe handling and correct disposal of hazardous waste
Assist departments with proper disposal, spill prevention, and clean up
Respond to any spills that are reported
Perform environmental compliance and due diligence audits
Health and Safety
Perform boots on the ground safety oversight by identifying and correcting work place hazards and unsafe conditions
Monitor employee exposure to job and chemical hazards as regulated by OSHA permissible exposure limits
Assist in the implementation and compliance of site-specific safety policies
Coordinate with the EHS engineers and EHS manager to develop and implement new safety policies as required
Assist in the creation of job hazard analysis (JHA) and personal protective equipment (PPE) assessments
Coordinate and conduct EHS emergency response drills and trainings as needed
Perform department specific safety surveys using inspection forms to ensure employees are utilizing safe work practices such as utilizing proper PPE, wearing fall protection, minimizing hazards, etc.
Ensure notification and corrective actions are put in place when any unsafe condition is presented or found throughout the site
Perform inspections of emergency response equipment
Assist the EHS engineers in accident and mishap investigations when necessary
Ensure the site fire prevention plan is being enforced
Assist in lifting operations to ensure safe work practices
Assist in vehicle recovery and retrieval efforts to ensure safe work practices and environmental-compliant practices
Inspect and restock COVID-19 PPE stations around the facility
Inspections
Perform inspections for all of the following: hazardous waste accumulation and storage, universal waste storage, eye wash/shower, outdoor equipment stormwater collection areas, construction SWPPP BMP's, industrial SWPPP BMP's, weekly safety inspections, first aid kits, fire extinguisher, emergency lighting/exits, self-contained breathing apparatus, spill prevention countermeasures and control plan, fork lift, boom lift, scissor lift, fall protection equipment, and lifting straps/slings inspections
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of experience implementing and overseeing aspects of an environmental health and safety program
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience implementing and developing environmental 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
Familiarity with hazardous waste storage and satellite accumulation areas
Experience in performing boots on the ground safety oversight
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
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
Experience working in a construction/industrial environment
Ability to communicate well with technicians and engineers
Strong organizational and communication skills
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Able to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed
Estimated start times - 1st shift: 7 AM, 2nd shift: 7 PM
Rotating work schedule: Sunday - Thursday, Monday - Friday, Tuesday - Saturday
Able to stand for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
Able to lift up to 50lbs. unassisted
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
