EHS Technician - 1st Shift

Caterpillar Brazil; Griffin, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off & holidays

Career development

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Griffin, GA is seeking an EHS professional to monitor, promote, and improve environmental, health, and safety practices on the production floor.

You will deliver training, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement through lean projects. Requirements include 2+ years in manufacturing/warehousing, OSHA certifications or willingness to obtain them, and strong analytics with Word/Excel/PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Hold EHS certs or willing to obtain OSHA 30 GI, OHST, STS, etc.
• 2+ years in industrial manufacturing or warehousing.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiar with OSHA/RCRA/ISO 14001, ISO 45001, EPA regs.
• Skilled in root cause analysis and Lean thinking.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, update, control, or enhance EHS processes.
• Promote sustainability awareness and activities.
• Deliver EHS training and communications to improve awareness.
• Develop and ensure compliance with EHS policies/regulations.
• Lead EHS audits and lean improvement projects.

Skills

OSHA 30 General Industry

OHST

STS

2+ years EHS experience

Word

Excel

PPT

Regulatory knowledge (OSHA/RCRA/ISO 14

Education

EHS certification(s)

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Career Area: Operations Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services, and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.

What You Will Do:

• Monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.


• Sustainability awareness promotion and activities.


• EHS training, promotion, and communication to improve employee's awareness and competence.


• Contribute to development, implementation, and compliance with EHS policies & regulations.


• EHS related Regulatory collection, evaluation, and communication.


• Conduct EHS Audits (e.g. LOTO, Fall Protection, Powered Industrial Trucks, etc.) Activities & culture promotion (earth week, safety month, drills, etc.).


• Assist with EHS recognition program.


• Work with and assist in any CAT training of new hires or other.


• Participate in EHS Lean projects and continual improvement.


• Other EHS related works assigned.

Background/Experience:

Hard Skills:

• Hold EHS certification(s)/credential(s) such as or be willing to obtain OSHA 30 General Industry, Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST), Safety Trained Supervisor (STS), etc.


• Over 2 years’ experience in an industrial manufacturing and/or warehousing environment.


• General computer skills and especially WORD, EXCEL, PPT.


• Understand local and global EHS standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, RCRA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, EPA Regulations).


• Skilled in root cause analysis.


• Skilled in applying Lean thinking to identify and improve problems.

Soft Skills:

• Over 2 years’ experience providing EHS expertise


• Familiar with the basic concepts and processes of EHS management in multinational corporation / enterprises (such as: LOTO, operational changes, risk analysis, emergency response, stakeholder management, special operations, mechanical safety, powered industrial truck safety, electrical safety, battery safety, PPE, sustainability development, etc.)


• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.


• Strong communication skills (e.g. win-win skills)


• Careful and conscientious, with a strong sense of responsibility


• Strong logical thinking ability, independent judgment and work ability, able to provide effective solutions.


• The ability to understand and learn quickly.


• Willing to learn and teach

What You Will Get:

Starting wage is $25.08/hour (paid bi-weekly) Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half (some may be mandatory).

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits starting day 1.


• 6% company match for 401k.


• Annual increases, based on your performance evaluation.


• Annual bonus potential based on personal and company performance.


• Time Off (Vacation & PTO) and Paid Holidays.


• Employee Assistance Programs providing financial advice, personal and group therapy, etc.


• College tuition assistance program available after 1 year employment.


• A safety focused workplace.


• Numerous avenues for personal and professional growth through training and upward movement within Caterpillar.

Additional Details:

Shifts: 1st Shift: Mon - Thurs 6:30 am - 5 pm *Some teams may have an altered work schedule and work required overtime.

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar: Background Screening Drug Screening Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical.

Caterpillar is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website.

Relocation reimbursement is not offered for this position.

Summary Pay Range:

$25.08 - $32.56 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits* Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*


• 401(k) savings plans*


• Health Savings Account (HSA)*


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*


• Health Lifestyle Programs*


• Employee Assistance Program*


• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*


• Career Development*


• Incentive bonus*


• Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Adoption benefits Tuition Reimbursement *


• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

August 26, 2026 - September 1, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution.

Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.