Safety Technician

Stellar Energy; Haslet (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and disability coverage

Wellness programs and voluntary extras

Job summary

Stellar Energy is seeking a Safety Technician to reinforce a strong EHS culture at our Fort Worth manufacturing sites. You will implement and coach safety programs, conduct audits, and lead investigations to prevent incidents.

The role requires an associate degree (or HS diploma with experience) and at least 5 years in industrial settings. This is a full-time, on-site, hourly position with opportunities to contribute to ISO 9001 readiness and plant safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Technology, or a related field OR HS diploma/GED with 3+ years of safety/environmental experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience in manufacturing, heavy fabrication, or industrial assembly environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine environmental inspections and monitor SWPPP, SPCC plans, and air permit checks.
• Coordinate waste profiling, labeling, storage, and manifesting per RCRA standards.
• Conduct chemical inventory audits and verify SDS accuracy in the management database.
• Identify hazards with floor supervisors; evaluate risk using Hierarchy of Controls.
• Coach on JSAs, SPAs, SOPs, and pre-task risk assessments for high-risk operations.
• Lead EHS audits and track CAPA to completion.
• Provide guidance on OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry and company standards.
• Promote a safety-first culture and zero-incidents mindset.
• Lead preliminary investigations into injuries, spills, and near-misses using root-cause methods.
• Maintain incident logs and monitor OSHA records and leading indicators.
• Collaborate with engineering/maintenance to close corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Oral & written communication

Attention to detail

Influence & change management

Innovative thinking

Education

Associate degree in Safety/OSH or related field

High school diploma with 3+ years safety experience

Job description

Position Type: Full time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports to: EHS Manager

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Company Summary

Stellar Energy is a trusted provider of turnkey liquid-to-chip cooling solutions for the world’s leading data center and industrial manufacturing customers. As computing demand and industrial processes continue to grow, modern facilities require cooling infrastructure that can scale quickly, efficiently, and reliably.

Our modular approach enables high-volume production while maintaining the flexibility to customize each solution. From Central Utility Plants to Coolant Distribution Units, Stellar Energy delivers scalable cooling infrastructure designed to support the rapid expansion of data centers and mission-critical industrial operations.

Backed by deep engineering expertise and large-scale manufacturing capability, Stellar Energy helps customers deploy critical infrastructure faster and with confidence.

Summary Objective

The Safety Technician will facilitate the development of a strong environmental health and safety culture within our manufacturing plant and support the implementation of programs, policies, and assessments to ensure Stellar Energy and its employees meet all legal and regulatory requirements and actively support occupational health and safety guidelines. The Safety Technician is a key leader and a critical component involved in creating a safety and environmentally conscious culture at Stellar Energy.

Essential Functions

• Perform routine environmental inspections and monitoring, including Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans, and air permit operational checks.
• Coordinate and document the collection, profiling, labeling, storage, and manifesting of hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams in accordance with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) standards.
• Conduct regular chemical inventory audits, verify Safety Data Sheets (SDS) accuracy within the global chemical management database, and confirm proper secondary containment.
• Partner with floor supervisors and operators to identify operational hazards and evaluate risk using the Hierarchy of Controls, prioritizing elimination, substitution, and engineering controls over administrative or PPE measures.
• Review, update, and coach personnel on Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Safe Plan of Actions (SPAs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and pre-task risk assessments for high-risk operations (e.g., LOTO, hot work, crane/rigging, confined spaces).
• Conduct structured EHS audits and behavioral observations across manufacturing areas, logging findings, assigning responsible parties, and tracking corrective/preventative actions (CAPA) to completion.
• Provide technical guidance regarding OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (General Industry) regulations, corporate standards, and industrial client safety specifications.
• Lead by example and promote a “zero incidents are possible” and “do what’s right mindset.”
• Facilitate preliminary investigations for workplace injuries, illnesses, environmental re-leases/spills, and high-potential near-miss occurrences using structured root cause analy-sis methodologies (e.g., 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Maintain incident logs, track lagging indicators (OSHA 300/300A logs, TRIR, DART), and monitor leading safety indicators (hazard identifications, proactive audits, near-miss reporting rates).
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to verify timely implementation and closure of corrective actions arising from incidents and regulatory audits.
• Coordinate and actively participate in the plant EHS Committee and weekly toolbox talks, facilitating meaningful employee engagement and safety feedback loops.
• Assist Safety Team with developing and executing environmental health and safety plans in the workplace according to legal guidelines.
• Report on health and safety awareness issues and statistics.
• Update various safety programs as needed to maintain compliance with customer guidelines.
• Assist with scheduling and maintaining routine environmental health and safety inspections.
• Assist with preparation for ISO 9001 and other audits.

Competencies

• Willingness to actively participate in implementation of innovative ideas and procedures.
• Analytical problem solving.
• Oral and written communication.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to influence change.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Location

This position will work out of our facilities in Fort Worth, TX. This position is not approved for telecommuting or working remotely.

Work Environment

This position may be based at either of our two manufacturing facilities which are industrial environments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, loud noise, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Standard days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 1 st shift - 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Flexibility and willingness to work overtime if needed.

Travel

Occasional local travel to job sites may be required.

Required Education And Experience.

• Associate degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Technology, or a related field; OR high school diploma/GED with 3+ years of direct safety/environmental experience in an industrial manufacturing setting.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in a manufacturing, heavy fabrication, or industrial assembly environment.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Certifications (Preferred or working toward):
  • OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
  • Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
  • RCRA Hazardous Waste Generator / DOT Hazmat certification
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Certified

Work Authorization

Must be authorized to work in the USA.

Benefits Summary

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options; preventive care covered at 100% in-network)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• 401(k) with company match (100% match up to 3% + 50% match up to 6%)
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage options
• Supplemental benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital coverage
• Wellness programs, including incentives up to $300 annually and a no-cost weight management program
• Virtual healthcare options, including $0 virtual visits in many cases
• Additional voluntary benefits including legal services and pet insurance
• Competitive PTO plan for exempt and non-exempt employees

Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.