Tesla Looking For Hazardous Waste Technician, R&D at Palo Alto, CA Full Time

The Role:

Tesla is seeking a dynamic Hazardous Waste Technician to join the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Team. The EHS Hazardous Waste Technician will report directly to the EHS Manager. Under the general direction of the EHS manager, the EHS Technician will manage the generation and disposal of regulated hazardous and universal waste streams, conduct routine inspections, and support hazardous materials emergency response operations. The ideal candidate takes pride in his or her analytical abilities, organization skills and attention to detail. He or she appreciates a setting where superior work is encouraged, recognized, and rewarded. This position is based out of Deer Creek, Sunnyvale,

Responsibilities:

• Conduct proper waste management in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations;
• Ensure proper packaging of hazardous waste to maintain compliance with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations;
• Consolidate hazardous waste containers from point of generation to Central Accumulation Area via mobile equipment and support the housekeeping of Shop and Main Central Accumulation Areas.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment;
• Respond to hazardous material spills for cleanup as part of the emergency response team;
• Conduct lineside and satellite accumulation area audits alongside our stakeholders and EHS representatives.
• Manage and track spill kits in the area;
• Maintain cleanliness and maintenance of all personal gear;
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, or materials for day-to-day operations;
• Support the stakeholder experience and teamwork environment to achieve department and individual goals.
• Support emergency response cleanup efforts for accidental hazardous material spills and act as the liaison for the hazardous waste operations team

• Manage accumulation of generated hazardous and non-hazardous waste according to DOT requirements.
• Understand and manage chemicals based on physical and chemical properties for disposal.
• Identifying and addressing safety hazards within the work area;
• Report all spills and injuries through the Tesla EHS Incident Form.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of waste management, hazardous materials, or related fields
• 3+ years of experience in high tech industry or manufacturing environment
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certificate
• DOT HAZMAT Certificate
• RCRA Certificate
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure
• Forklift and Electric Pallet Jack Certificate (within 90days of employment)
• Valid driver license required
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to use and navigate through electronic systems and tools
• Proficiency with EPA, DOT, and applicable state and local regulations
• Extensive waste profiling experience
• Preparing, sending, and securing disposal manifests and pre-load preparation
• Availability to work extended hours on an emergency basis or as needed

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 – $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

Work Location: Multiple Locations