Safety Technician

ManpowerGroup; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Safety Technician for our client, an industrial safety and environmental services organization, to support the EHS&S team in Johnston, IA. The role focuses on permits, inspections, documentation, and equipment calibration under established procedures.

You will assist with hazardous waste profiles, ensure ship-ready drum conditions, and provide field and lab support while adhering to OSHA, EPA, and company policies to promote safer workplaces.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills including data entry.
• Able to stand/walk for most of the day.
• Able to lift 20–30 lbs., with occasional lifts up to 50 lbs.
• Comfort working with chemicals and within a laboratory environment.
• Ability to push/pull carts.

Responsibilities

• Support the EHS&S team with permits, inspections, documentation, and calibration or certification of equipment using established processes/procedures.
• Assist in characterization, collection, transport, and creating profiles of regulated and non-regulated hazardous waste.
• Help with the final preparation and approval of projects before shipment in accordance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company policies.
• Ensure drum count is correct and that drum conditions are shippable in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Under direct supervision, provide general clerical and administrative support to safety, health, and environmental activities; may collect field data and/or maintain or operate safety equipment in the field.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Physically active

Job description

Our client, an industrial safety and environmental services organization is seeking a Safety Technician to join their team. As a Safety Technician, you will be part of the EHS&S (Environmental, Health & Safety) support group, helping the team keep projects compliant, organized, and ready for safe execution. The ideal candidate will bring a strong attention to detail, comfort working in a hands‑on environment, and the drive to follow established procedures—so you can contribute to safer workplaces every day.

Job Title: Safety Technician

Location: Johnston, IA

Pay Range: $22/hour

Shift: 8:00am-4:00pm Monday-Friday

What's the Job?

• Support the EHS&S team with permits, inspections, documentation, and calibration or certification of equipment using established processes/procedures.
• Assist in characterization, collection, transport, and creating profiles of regulated and non-regulated hazardous waste.
• Help with the final preparation and approval of projects before shipment in accordance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company policies.
• Ensure drum count is correct and that drum conditions are shippable in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Under direct supervision, provide general clerical and administrative support to safety, health, and environmental activities; may collect field data and/or maintain or operate safety equipment in the field.

What's Needed?

• Basic computer skills, including data entry.
• Ability to be on your feet walking for most of the day.
• Ability to perform routine lifts of 20–30 lbs., with occasional lifts up to 50 lbs.
• Comfort working with chemicals and within a laboratory environment.
• Ability to push/pull carts with materials.

What's in it for me?

• Work Monday–Friday (8am–4pm) under direct supervision and established procedures.
• Build practical experience supporting safety, health, and environmental compliance.
• Contribute to accurate documentation, equipment readiness, and shipment readiness.
• Develop confidence working in field and laboratory settings while following safety-focused processes.
• Join a team where your attention to detail directly supports safe outcomes.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

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