Job Description
Title: EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) Technician I
Location: Milpitas, CA
Hire Type: Contract - to - Hire
Shift: 6a till 2:30p (flexible)
Compensation: Up to $27/hr
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Position Summary
The EHS Technician I supports Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs through routine waste management, recycling, material handling, inspections, and administrative activities. This is an entry-level position designed for individuals who are learning EHS fundamentals and developing skills for future advancement into higher-level EHS roles.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Waste Management & Recycling
- Collect, consolidate, and transport hazardous and non-hazardous waste from designated accumulation areas.
- Deliver empty waste drums and containers to production departments using a forklift or pallet jack.
- Inspect waste containers for proper labeling, closure, and storage conditions.
- Assist with waste segregation, recycling, and disposal activities.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of waste accumulation areas.
Material Handling & Facility Support
- Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely.
- Pick up trash, scrap materials, cardboard, and recycling throughout the facility.
- Transport and load waste materials into designated compactors, bins, and recycling containers.
- Assist with housekeeping activities that support environmental and safety compliance.
EHS Inspections & Compliance Support
- Perform routine EHS inspections using established checklists.
- Observe and report unsafe conditions, spills, leaks, or environmental concerns.
- Verify emergency equipment, signage, and waste storage areas remain in compliance.
- Assist with spill prevention and response activities under supervision.
Administrative Support
- Copy, scan, file, and maintain EHS records and documents.
- Assist with data entry, inspection logs, and training records.
- Support preparation of permits, reports, and compliance documentation.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to obtain forklift certification.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in manufacturing and warehouse environments.
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
Learning & Development Path
Within the first 12 to 24 months, the EHS Technician I is expected to:
- Learn hazardous waste handling requirements and basic environmental regulations.
- Become proficient in waste inspections and documentation.
- Gain experience supporting safety inspections and incident prevention activities.
- Learn emergency response and spill control procedures.
- Develop knowledge of recycling, stormwater, and environmental compliance programs.
- Progress toward independently managing routine EHS tasks and preparing for promotion to EHS Technician II or other advanced EHS positions.
Career Growth Opportunity: This position provides hands-on experience in environmental compliance, waste management, workplace safety, inspections, and regulatory requirements, serving as a foundation for future EHS professional development.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Milpitas, CA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
| Website | http://www.sterling-engineering.com |
About Company
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
- Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.
- Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.
Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.
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