EHS Technician #4570

BioSpace; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time-off or vacation

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

A healthcare company in Durham, NC, seeks an EHS Technician responsible for maintaining safety and compliance in a fast-paced diagnostic testing environment. The role includes conducting inspections, managing hazardous waste, and working closely with laboratory teams. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of relevant experience. The position offers competitive annual pay from $60K to $74K and a comprehensive benefits package with various incentives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in hazardous and biological material handling.
• Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations is required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections and audits of the laboratory and processes.
• Provide guidance on EHS issues to laboratory personnel.
• Coordinate safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Hazardous material handling

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Our mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. We are working to change the trajectory of cancer mortality and bring stakeholders together to adopt innovative, safe, and effective technologies that can transform cancer care.

We are a healthcare company, pioneering new technologies to advance early cancer detection. We have built a multi-disciplinary organization of scientists, engineers, and physicians and we are using the power of next-generation sequencing (NGS), population-scale clinical studies, and state-of-the-art computer science and data science to overcome one of medicine’s greatest challenges.

GRAIL is headquartered in the bay area of California, with locations in Washington, D.C., North Carolina, and the United Kingdom. It is supported by leading global investors and pharmaceutical, technology, and healthcare companies.

For more information, please visit grail.com

The EHS Technician plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible diagnostic testing facility. Working in a fast-paced environment that includes BSL-2 laboratories, this role supports daily operations involving biological waste, hazardous waste, and regulated recyclables. The EHS Technician partners closely with laboratory, facilities, and safety teams to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local EHS regulations while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

You will work on-site full-time at our office located in Durham, NC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections and audits of the laboratory, equipment, and processes to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Provide guidance and support to laboratory personnel on EHS issues, including hazardous and biological waste, and proper waste segregation.
• Coordinate the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials, including chemicals and biological agents, following regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to laboratory safety activities, including chemical inventories, safety data sheets (SDS), and waste disposal records.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall goals of the EHS department and the organization.
• These responsibilities summarize the role’s primary responsibilities and are not an exhaustive list. They may change at the company’s discretion.
• The ability to train on various safety-related topics, machine guarding, LOTO, Fall Protection, RCRA, HAZCOM, BBP, Contractor Management, Emergency Response, etc.
• This list reflects the primary responsibilities of the role and is not exhaustive. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma with 2+ years of experience or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in hazardous and biological material handling
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to hazardous materials management and spill response, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively as a part of a team and interact with emergency responders, regulatory agencies, and facility personnel.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Maintain active weekly participation in GRAIL’s EHS Management System.
• Support site Emergency Response Team activities.
• Participate in evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• First Aid CPR & AED
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification
• 30 Hr General Industry OSHA Certification
• DOT hazardous materials shipping
• RCRA Hazardous Waste Management
• 1+ years of Google Workspace
• First Aid CPR & AED
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification
• 30 Hr General Industry OSHA Certification
• DOT hazardous materials shipping
• RCRA Hazardous Waste Management

Physical Demands & Working Environment

• Hours and days may vary depending on operational needs.
• Standing or sitting for long periods of time may be necessary.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials, blood specimens and instruments with moving parts, heating or freezing elements, and high speed centrifugation.
• Some lifting (up to 50 pounds) may be necessary
• Work may require exposure to the outside elements
• Use and operations of ergonomic lifting devices
• Travel: 5% of the year

The expected, full-time, annual base pay scale for this position is $60K-$74K. Actual base pay will consider skills, experience, and location.

This role may be eligible for other forms of compensation, including an annual bonus and/or incentives, subject to the terms of the applicable plans and Company discretion. This range reflects a good‑faith estimate of the range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire; the actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications. Employees in this role are also eligible for GRAIL’s comprehensive and competitive benefits package, offered in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. This package currently includes flexible time‑off or vacation; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; medical, dental, and vision coverage; and carefully selected mindfulness programs.

GRAIL is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a workplace where every individual can thrive, contribute, and grow. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Additionally, GRAIL will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable law and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at [e-mail] if you require an accommodation to apply for an open position.

GRAIL maintains a drug‑free workplace. We welcome job‑seekers from all backgrounds to join us!