Environmental Technician (EHS)

Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring an Environmental Technician for our Vancouver, WA location!


Pay Range: $22 to $30 per hour (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills.)


With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, Medical applications, and semiconductor processing. Our innovative materials are found in everything from smartphones to space shuttles! Check out our profile video!


Look at these PERKS!

• Competitive pay, benefits, and hours
• 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k) with company match
• Pension
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible schedules
• Tuition reimbursement

We have a long-tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!), a vital company mission, and an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off to volunteer, paid leave options, tuition reimbursement, an employer-paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Our larger locations also feature onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms, and employee gardens!


We strive to have a diverse workforce from all backgrounds, including minorities, women, and veterans, who bring their experience to support the innovation and quality that Kyocera is known for.


Kyocera International, Inc. also has a robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about here: Our company motto is “Do the right thing as a human being,” and we try to use that motto constantly in our decision-making.


What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Technician to support our site’s safety culture, environmental compliance, and chemical and waste operations.


In this hands-on role, you’ll help ensure a safe, compliant, and efficient workplace by contributing to hazard identification, inspections, emergency preparedness, and responsible chemical and waste management.


The ideal candidate is safety-focused, organized, and comfortable working across departments to promote a strong EHS culture.

What You’ll Do:

Chemical Storage & Hazardous Waste Operations

• Manage daily operations of chemical storage and waste areas in full compliance with company procedures and regulatory standards
• Coordinate hazardous and non-hazardous waste pickups with disposal vendors
• Safely move, stage, and manage drums and containers using approved handling methods
• Ensure accurate container labeling, including generating and replacing labels as needed
• Partner with internal teams to support waste disposition and chemical handling needs
• Maintain clean, organized, and inspection-ready storage and work areas
• Conduct routine inspections of storage and accumulation areas; document findings and track corrective actions

Recordkeeping, Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and audit-ready environmental records in compliance with EHS and regulatory requirements
• Enter, track, and manage data within EHS systems (waste tracking, chemical inventory, inspections, etc.)
• Compile and provide environmental reports and data to senior EHS leadership

Emergency Response & Spill Management

• Maintain spill response equipment and ensure emergency supplies are fully stocked and ready
• Actively participate in emergency response drills and preparedness activities

Equipment & Infrastructure Support

• Inspect and perform basic maintenance on waste and storage systems (containment, eyewash/shower stations, ventilation, sumps)
• Identify, document, and escalate equipment deficiencies or maintenance needs

Material Handling & Physical Requirements

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, drum dollies, and similar equipment (training provided)
• Lift, move, and position containers within established safety guidelines

What You Bring:

• 2+ years of experience in EHS, environmental operations, or a related field
• Strong attention to detail and ability to spot risks before they become problems
• Solid communication skills and a team-first mindset
• Working knowledge of Excel for tracking and reporting
• Physical capability to meet production demands, including:
  • Extended standing or walking
  • Routine movement and positioning
  • Fine motor skills for handling small parts and tools
  • Lifting up to 30 lbs., as required
• Eligibility to work in an ITAR-regulated environment
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screen

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.


Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen

Physical Activities:
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Environmental Conditions:
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Additional Information:
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.

Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


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