The HSE Technician I supports the Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) team by assisting with routine compliance activities, hazardous and non-hazardous material handling, basic recordkeeping, and inspections. Working under the direct supervision of senior HSE staff, the HSE Technician I will spend time across various shop areas, supporting frontline safety and environmental programs that keep the facility compliant with FAA, OSHA, EPA, and internal company standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Confirm compliance with established checklists covering FAA, OSHA, EPA, and company safety standards.
- Assist with the safe handling of hazardous and non-hazardous chemical management, including adding chemicals to tanks.
- Assist with the handling of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, including proper labeling, storage, and disposal of acids/bases, solvents, paints, batteries, and tank sludge cleanout.
- Support handling of wastewaters and other MRO byproducts.
- Help maintain basic logs, including SDS (Safety Data Sheet) binder updates and inspection checklists.
- Conduct routine checklist-based inspections of shop areas under supervision.
- Attend and support HSE training sessions.
- Distribute PPE (personal protective equipment) to employees.
- Perform basic equipment checks.
- Assist with spill response and cleanup as needed.
- Exposure to noise, chemicals, cleaning agents, hazardous / nonhazardous waste and dust is common.
Qualifications and Requirements
- 0–2 years of relevant experience in HSE, environmental compliance, or a related field.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- OSHA 10 certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Forklift certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- HAZWOPER 24 certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Ability to read and understand safety data sheets (SDS), chemical labels, placards, and written safety instructions in English. Basic written and verbal communication skills for logging and reporting.
- Ability to follow established checklists and procedures accurately.
- Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.