Environmental Technician 4

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Were hiring an Environmental Technician 4 at our San Diego CA facility!

Salary Range: $29 - $37 per hour
(Final offer based on experience education skills and market factors)

Why Kyocera
With nearly 80000 employees worldwide Kyocera is a global leader in advanced ceramic technologies used in aerospace automotive medical and semiconductor industries. Our materials power everything from smartphones to space shuttles and were just getting started.

What Makes Us Stand Out
We dont just offer jobs we offer careers with purpose stability and growth. Heres what you can expect:

Generous Time Off

• 3 weeks of vacation to start (120 hours/year)
• 10 paid holidays annually

Financial Wellness

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid pension plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Investing in You

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Flexible schedules

Work-Life Balance & Culture

• Long-tenured team (many with 30 years of service!)
• Inclusive and diverse workforce
• A company philosophy rooted in doing the right thing as a human being

Our Philosophy
Kyoceras culture is deeply inspired by our founder Dr. Kazuo Inamori. His values guide our decisions and shape our workplace. Learn more about our guiding principles here:

Kyocera Values

Ready to Make a Difference
Apply today and become part of a team thats shaping the future one innovation at a time.

Environmental Technician 4 (EHS4714)

Exempt: No
Safety Sensitive: Yes

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Provides wide variety of operational and administrative support for company environmental health and safety programs and policies. Carries out inspections audits and tests of safety and workplace hazard monitoring equipment and systems; records and escalates anomalies hazards and issues for resolution. Assists in Emergency Response Team (ERT) and employee training; maintains safety records manuals and documentation in accordance with established procedures. Supports ongoing safety surveys and investigations of incidents accidents and emergencies. Under limited supervision responsible for providing support to the chemical storage equipment wastewater treatment areas and the salvage control. Trains other Technicians and production staff.

REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED with associate degree in a related field preferred.
A minimum of 4 or more years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

5 years of environmental/industrial hygiene-related roles; certification preferred

Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Excel Word PowerPoint etc).

Ability to walk climb stand and work in a variety of environments; may wear PPE for extended periods of time.

Must pass 24-hour HAZWOPER and forklift driver certifications within 6 months of hire.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Chemical Storage & Waste Operations

1. Perform day-to-day operation of the chemical storage and waste areas in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
2. Coordinate hazardous and non-hazardous waste pickups with disposal contractors.
3. Receive chemical purchases and manage storage organization and categorization of chemicals.
4. Move stage and manage drums and containers using approved material-handling methods.
5. Print hazardous waste labels replace defaced or damaged labels and ensure proper container labeling.
6. Support other departments with waste disposition and chemical handling needs.
7. Maintain a safe orderly and clean chemical storage area waste pad and shared office space.
8. Sign waste manifests.

Wastewater Treatment & Reclaim Systems

1. Collect routine samples from the wastewater treatment plant and other non-routine samples as requested by senior EHS staff.
2. Operate and maintain wastewater reclaim/reuse systems.
3. Provide support for wastewater treatment operations and salvage control activities as requested.

Regulatory Compliance & EHS Support

1. Assist senior EHS staff in ensuring compliance with federal state and local environmental regulations.
2. Conduct routine self-inspections of chemical storage areas hazardous waste accumulation areas and satellite accumulation areas; document findings and track corrective actions.
3. Assist with hazardous waste determinations and proper waste profiling under the direction of senior EHS staff.
4. Support compliance with RCRA DOT SPCC and local CUPA requirements as applicable.
5. Prepare for and participate in EHS audits regulatory inspections and property inspections.

Recordkeeping Data Management & Reporting

1. Maintain accurate environmental records as directed by senior EHS staff and regulatory agencies including waste generation logs chemical usage records inventories onsite waste disposal and offsite waste transfers.
2. Enter and maintain data in EHS management systems (e.g. waste tracking chemical inventory wastewater logs).
3. Assist with preparation and submittal of data for regulatory reports (e.g. Biennial Report Tier II TRI wastewater reporting) under supervision.
4. Report requested environmental data to senior EHS staff.

Vendor & Contractor Coordination

1. Interface with waste disposal vendors chemical suppliers and service contractors for scheduling documentation and site access.
2. Verify contractor compliance with site environmental and safety requirements while working in the chemical storage and waste areas.

Emergency Response & Spill Management

1. Serve as a first responder for small chemical spills and releases in accordance with site procedures.
2. Maintain spill response equipment and ensure emergency supplies are stocked and ready.
3. Participate in emergency response drills related to chemical releases or wastewater incidents.

Waste Minimization & Sustainability

1. Assist in identifying waste reduction recycling and chemical substitution opportunities.
2. Support waste segregation improvements to reduce disposal costs and regulatory risk.
3. Track waste generation trends and identify anomalies for review by senior EHS staff.

Training & Communication

1. Train and support employees in effective environmental management practices related to chemical handling and waste management.
2. Assist in onboarding new employees and contractors on chemical storage waste handling and environmental requirements.
3. Communicate environmental requirements clearly to operations facilities and support staff.

Equipment Infrastructure & Physical Requirements

1. Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance of chemical storage and waste infrastructure (e.g. secondary containment) emergency response equipment (e.g. spill kits fire extinguishers) eyewash/showers ventilation and sump systems.
2. Identify and report equipment deficiencies or maintenance needs.
3. Safely operate forklifts pallet jacks drum dollies and other material-handling equipment (with training).
4. Perform work requiring lifting moving and positioning containers within defined weight limits.

Other Duties

1. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job the employee isregularlyrequired to stand walk sit use hands to finger handle or feel talk or hear;frequentlyrequired to reach with hands and arms; andoccasionallyrequired to climb or balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl.

The employee mustoccasionallylift and/or move up to 25 poundsoccasionallylift and/or move up to 50 poundsfrequentlylift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The employee must be able to pass a powered industrial truck certification and operate a forklift outdoors.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job the employee isfrequentlyexposed to work near moving mechanical parts;frequentlyexposed to fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals; andoccasionallyexposed to extreme heat or risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.

Kyocera International Inc. values diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex color religion sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact Kyocera International Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Required Experience:

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