Senior Environmental Technician: On-site EHS & Waste Ops

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance + 401k

Onsite gym/cafe

Paid parental leave

PTO + holidays

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Austin, TX is hiring an Environmental Technician within the EHS team. You will support hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, semiconductor tool installations, spills, and field walks, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

The role requires 7+ years in environmental operations, an Associate degree in Environmental/Science or related field, physical fitness to lift 40 lb and work outside up to 50% of the day.

Qualifications

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

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 third-party waste vendor for cleanup and decon, with potential overtime.
• 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 such as wafer shredding, environmental sample collection, etc.
• Communicate findings and elevate issues to the team and stakeholders as needed.

Skills

Hazardous waste

Spill response

Chemical management

Environmental operations

Education

Associates degree in Environmental, Science or closely related field

Job description

Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Austin, TX is hiring an Environmental Technician within the EHS team. You will support hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, semiconductor tool installations, spills, and field walks, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

The role requires 7+ years in environmental operations, an Associate degree in Environmental/Science or related field, physical fitness to lift 40 lb and work outside up to 50% of the day.