Environmental Technician

Environmental Health and Safety Technician

Reports to:

EHS Manager

• Assist EHS Manager in maintaining and improving regulatory requirements in accordance with MIOSHA (OSHA) and EGLE (EPA). This position will be a mixture of 65% office and 35% industrial experience.

• Conduct regular safety inspections of work areas, equipment, and processes to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Review and maintain procedures and policies in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements i.e. control of hazardous energy, confined space, etc.
• Support safety training programs – helping deliver toolbox talks, onboarding sessions, and refresher courses.
• Develop, coordinate and present safety committee meetings monthly.
• Coordinate industrial hygiene testing annually for both hearing and respiratory protection.
• Monitor and maintain safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist in incident investigations, documenting findings, and supporting root cause analysis.
• Coordinate and conduct safety and environmental inspections.
• Assist in maintenance of applicable environmental and safety machinery.
• Technical ability to make decisions and improvements.
• Find and implement systematic improvements.

3+ years of experience in a safety, environmental, or industrial role (manufacturing, construction, or similar environment preferred). Must be self‑motivated and have strong interpersonal and written communication skills. Must be able to wear a respirator and other appropriate protective equipment.

• Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Understanding of MIOSHA and EGLE Standards
• Experience in (or a combination of) Air Permitting (Scrubbers & Dust Collectors), Sewer Treatment, Stormwater, Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste handling
• Employee training abilities
• Technical writing
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to achieve certification of Stormwater Operator and DOT/RCRA Hazardous Waste Management
• Continual learner with proactive mindset
• Chemical experience
• Industrial sampling experience preferred
• Risk Management Plan experience is a plus

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of this position. Incumbents will follow any other instruction, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.