Environmental Health & Safety Technician I - 245303

Medix™; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A health and safety company in Seattle is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Technician to support various health and safety programs. Responsibilities include managing safety equipment, conducting safety testing, and ensuring protocol compliance. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, relevant training, and strong communication skills. This is a temporary position that requires onsite work.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• 0–2 years of experience in occupational/environmental health.
• Certificate(s) in occupational health and safety (e.g., COSS).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to maintain safety equipment.
• Conduct water and fire safety testing.
• Communicate effectively with team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

RCRA training

DOT training

Tools

SharePoint software

Job description

Environmental Health & Safety Technician I - 245303

Location: Seattle, WA (98109)

Pay: $20-$30/hour

This Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Technician will support health and safety programs by maintaining essential safety equipment and supplies, managing waste processes, and assisting in laboratory safety operations. This role ensures compliance with established safety protocols and contributes to a safe research environment.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to maintain safety equipment and processes in a fast-paced research environment
• Monitor and restock supplies and equipment as needed
• Conduct recurring water and fire safety testing and monitoring
• Maintain accurate documentation, filing, and recordkeeping
• Create, review, and update written work instructions
• Communicate effectively with team members and scientists
• Establish schedules and routines to complete time-sensitive tasks
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This description reflects the assignment of essential functions; it does not limit or restrict additional tasks that may be assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• RCRA training (32- or 40-hour) and DOT training (8-hour)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• Experience creating detailed step-by-step work instructions

Preferred Education and Experience

• 0–2 years of experience in occupational/environmental health or related fields
• 0–2 years of experience on an EHS or similar team
• Certificate(s) in occupational health and safety (e.g., COSS)
• Demonstrated commitment to employee safety and health
• Strong attention to detail and clear communication skills
• Familiarity with SharePoint software
• Aptitude and willingness to learn new computer software applications
• May enter laboratory spaces with potential exposure to lasers, biohazards, and chemicals
• May access warehouse and data center environments

Physical Demands

• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection, may be required
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to occasionally lift or push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Fine motor movements required for operating computers, office equipment, and laboratory equipment
• Ability to stoop, bend, crouch, reach, and climb ladders
• Temporary position, 4 months
• Onsite role; majority of work must be performed in person

Employment type

• Temporary

Seniority level

• Associate