EHS Technician

Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Technician to join the Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) Team. Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Technicians are a critical part of the EHS team at Tesla. Reporting to the EHS Manager, the EHS Technician supports day-to-day operations by handling floor EHS inspections, improving employee engagement, collecting, and recording EHS information, and driving continuous improvement of overall EHS processes and systems. Tesla is seeking an EHS Technician to deliver essential duties build and sustaining services for our Megapack Commercial Battery Energy Storage System factory, located in Lathrop, CA. They will use human and organizational principles to drive ownership of safety, health and environmental impacts, with a focus on engagement, learning from events, training, and a systems-level problem solving.

• Maintain a strong presence on the floor to engage with shop stakeholders and production associates in fostering a robust safety culture
• Perform Job/Task Hazard Assessments and help develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Review SOPs and work practices to identify any safety concerns. Support EHS Specialists with safety concerns, assist with coordination of e-delivery and stocking of safety supplies (PPE, first aid kits, eyewash stations, etc.)
• Review governmental agency regulations and perform gap assessments and action corrective steps to attain compliance; Perform inspections as required by regulatory agencies
• Develop and install safety signage (e.g., emergency evacuation maps, safety one pagers)
• Support Lockout/Tagout program with labeling, training verification, and lock distribution
• Conduct daily, weekly, monthly EHS inspections (regulatory, ergonomics, shop specific) and input data into EHS databases; Address, document, and support safety production and construction concerns
• Organize, file, and maintain safety documentation (e.g., one note records, pass down logs,); Ensure all support documentation is collected for event reports
• Degree in Environmental Sciences, Occupational Health and Safety or related field, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing/industrial or similar environment implementing and supporting EHS programs
• Familiarity with EHS topics such as OSHA 10, OSHA 30, General Industry certification, Hazard Communication, Forklift Operation Certification, Hazardous Waste Generator RCRA Training, Hazardous Waste Shipper DOT training, HAZWOPER 40 Training
• Practical, hands-on experience with Workplace inspections, Hazard recognition and control, Material handling safety and ergonomics, Powered industrial vehicle safety, Training, coaching and guiding people in EHS topics, Hazardous/other regulated waste management
• Able to rapidly respond to employee health emergencies, discern audible alarms and activate emergency procedures. Support emergency services team, as needed
• Evidence of exceptional ability: Clear communication, teamwork, problem solving skills, and ability to adapt quickly to changes.  Willingness to go above and beyond without being asked. Well organized, excellent attention to details and a passion for Environment, Health and Safety compliance and the care of others
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs; Ability to stand and/or walk for 10+ hrs daily and potential to work with materials which contain hazardous chemicals

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$20.30 - $43.20/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.