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EHS Technician

TerraPower·Everett, WA, USA·Posted today
Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Support daily site safety operations at TerraPower, a nuclear technology company, through routine inspections, audits, facility walkdowns, chemical management, and hazardous waste program assistance. This role is critical to maintaining safe working conditions at a nuclear R&D facility and includes delivering basic safety training to workforce members.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct weekly and monthly inspections of fire extinguishers, eyewash and safety showers, AEDs, first aid kits, and other safety equipment
  • Perform routine facility inspections, audits, and safety walkdowns
  • Assist with establishment and monitoring of safe working conditions and EHS program implementation
  • Receive, maintain, reconcile, and dispense bulk chemicals; manage chemical inventory
  • Manage hazardous waste handling and assist with basic EHS sampling
  • Deliver basic safety training to workforce members
  • Perform basic spill response and assist in investigations of accidents, injuries, illnesses, or near misses

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field
  • 0-2 years of related EHS experience
  • Basic understanding of 29 CFR 1910 & 1926 (OSHA standards)
  • First Aid / CPR / AED Certification
  • Understanding of occupational exposure limits (ACGIH TLV, OSHA PEL)
  • Ability to wear all levels of PPE
  • Effective written and verbal English communication skills
  • Ability to work independently or collaboratively as a team member
  • High degree of trust, integrity, and ability to foster open communication and teamwork

Desired

  • Knowledge of 10 CFR (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) & 40 CFR (Environmental Protection Agency) regulations
  • HAZWOPER 24/40 hr, DOT, IATA, or RCRA certification
  • Passion for working in a fast-paced Research & Development environment

Location

Onsite role with 0-10% travel. Physical requirements: ability to sit for extended periods, bend/stoop, lift up to 25 pounds, and work extended shifts (>8 hours/day).

Job details

FieldMaintenance
LocationEverett, WA, USA
IndustryNuclear energy
PostedJun 2026

About the company

TerraPower

A nuclear innovation company founded by Bill Gates, building the Natrium sodium-cooled fast reactor and advancing medical isotope production.

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