Environmental Technician (EHS) Temp to Hire

Kyocera has a temp-to-hire position for an Environmental Tech 3 at our Vancouver WA facility.

Candidates selected for hire will be hired through one of Kyoceras approved staffing partners.

This position may lead to a direct hire offer with Kyocera International Inc.

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for a proactive detail-oriented Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Technician to support our sites safety culture environmental compliance and chemical and waste operations.

In this hands-on role youll help ensure a safe compliant and efficient workplace by contributing to hazard identification inspections emergency preparedness and responsible chemical and waste management.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused organized and comfortable working across departments to promote a strong EHS culture.

What Youll Do:

Chemical Storage & Hazardous Waste Operations

• Manage daily operations of chemical storage and waste areas in full compliance with company procedures and regulatory standards

• Coordinate hazardous and non-hazardous waste pickups with disposal vendors

• Safely move stage and manage drums and containers using approved handling methods

• Ensure accurate container labeling including generating and replacing labels as needed

• Partner with internal teams to support waste disposition and chemical handling needs

• Maintain clean organized and inspection-ready storage and work areas

• Conduct routine inspections of storage and accumulation areas; document findings and track corrective actions

Recordkeeping Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and audit-ready environmental records in compliance with EHS and regulatory requirements

• Enter track and manage data within EHS systems (waste tracking chemical inventory inspections etc.)

• Compile and provide environmental reports and data to senior EHS leadership

Emergency Response & Spill Management

• Maintain spill response equipment and ensure emergency supplies are fully stocked and ready

• Actively participate in emergency response drills and preparedness activities

Equipment & Infrastructure Support

• Inspect and perform basic maintenance on waste and storage systems (containment eyewash/shower stations ventilation sumps)

• Identify document and escalate equipment deficiencies or maintenance needs

Material Handling & Physical Requirements

• Operate forklifts pallet jacks drum dollies and similar equipment (training provided)

• Lift move and position containers within established safety guidelines

What You Bring:

• 2 years of experience in EHS environmental operations or a related field

• Strong attention to detail and ability to spot risks before they become problems

• Solid communication skills and a team-first mindset

• Working knowledge of Excel for tracking and reporting

• Physical capability to meet production demands including:

  • Extended standing or walking

  • Routine movement and positioning

  • Fine motor skills for handling small parts and tools

  • Lifting up to 30 lbs. as required

• Eligibility to work in an ITAR-regulated environment

• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screen

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen

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 is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand walk sit use hands to finger handle or feel reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to climb or balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

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 is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts work in high precarious places fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals.

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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