Senior Environmental Technician

Samsung Electronics America; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an Environmental Technician to support environmental operations inside and outside the Fab, handling hazardous and non-hazardous waste, tool installations, and spills. You will interact with internal teams, regulators, and external vendors to ensure compliance with environmental rules.

The role requires strong problem solving, mechanical understanding, and the ability to troubleshoot systems.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in environmental operations support in areas such as hazardous waste management, spill response, and/or chemical management.
• Associates degree in Environmental Science or closely related field preferred.
• Candidate should be physically fit and able to lift up to 40 lb, climb stairs, and stand outdoors for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bulk hazardous waste tank offloads and provide mechanical troubleshooting support.
• Complete field inspections of hazardous waste areas and SPCC components per regulations.
• Respond to emergency spills and leaks with the Emergency Response Team and third-party vendors.
• Conduct Fab tool sign-offs and decons in support of other departments.
• Complete field walks for upcoming projects and provide environmental risk feedback.
• Manage project budgets and submit invoices to Cost Team.
• Assist on other team projects, e.g., wafer shredding and environmental sample collection.
• Communicate findings and elevate issues to team and stakeholders.

Skills

Environmental operations

Hazardous waste management

Spill response

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Environmental Science

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world.

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) team is focused on industrial hygiene, safety engineering, environmental stewardship, fire protection, and occupational health. In the Environmental Technician role, you will engage with both internal and external stakeholders, industry working groups and regulators to ensure compliance with company, state and federal requirements. As an Environmental Technician within the EHS Department, you will be responsible for supporting environmental operations both inside and outside of the Fab related to hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, semiconductor tool installations and deinstalls, emergency spills/leaks, inspections and field walks, and other day-to-day operations.

Role and Responsibilities

• Oversee bulk hazardous waste tank offloads and provide mechanical troubleshooting support as needed.
• Complete field inspections, including hazardous waste central accumulation areas, hazardous waste tanks, recycling areas, stormwater ponds, and SPCC components, using knowledge of environmental regulations (RCRA, stormwater, SPCC, etc.).
• Respond to emergency spills and leaks, coordinating with SAS's Emergency Response Team and SAS's third-party waste vendor to conduct the clean-up and decon, with spills/leaks occurring outside of normal work hours sometimes requiring overtime support.
• Conduct Fab tool sign-offs and decons in support of other departments.
• Complete field walks in support of upcoming projects, providing feedback on environmental risks and regulations.
• Manage project budgets and submit invoices to SAS Cost Team in a timely manner.
• Assist on other team projects as needed, to include work such as wafer shredding, environmental sample collection, and others.
• Communicate findings and elevate issues to the team and stakeholders as needed.

Candidate Profile

Candidate should have strong problem solving capabilities, an understanding of general mechanics and ability to help troubleshoot systems, ability to institute new and innovative solutions, working environmental knowledge of hazardous waste and regulations, be self-motivated and driven, and have the ability to work well on a team.

Skills and Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in environmental operations support in areas such as hazardous waste management waste, spill response, and/or chemical management.
• Associates degree in Environmental, Science or closely related field preferred.
• Candidate should be physically fit and able to lift up to 40 lb, climb stairs, stand/work outdoors for extended periods of time (up to 50% of the day).

Salary and Benefits

The current base salary range for this role is between $31.00 - $46.00/hour. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards

Total Rewards At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance. All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company Overview

Samsung Electronics is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, and network systems, and the entire semiconductor industry with our memory, system LSI, foundry, and LED solutions. Samsung is also leading in the development of the Internet of Things through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives. Since being established in 1969, Samsung Electronics has grown into one of the world’s leading technology companies, and become recognized as one of the top global brands. Our network now extends across the world, and Samsung takes great pride in the creativity and diversity of its talented people, who drive our growth.