EH&S Technician #4997 (Sunday-Thursday 3PM-11PM EST)

GRAIL•Durham, NC

1d•$29 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The EH&S Technician III performs moderately complex environmental health and safety tasks to support compliance, workplace safety, and sustainability programs. Working with limited supervision, this role applies technical knowledge and experience to conduct inspections, assist in incident investigations, manage hazardous waste processes, and support EH&S program implementation across the organization. This is a full-time, on-site position at GRAIL’s Durham, North Carolina office. The scheduled shift is Sunday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. EST. The role also requires participation in rotating on-call or emergency response duties outside regular working hours. Work takes place in office, laboratory, and industrial facility settings. The technician may handle controlled chemicals, biological materials, and manufacturing equipment under established safety protocols, including BSL-2 laboratory requirements. The expected full-time hourly pay range is $28.84–$35.57. The position may also be eligible for an annual bonus and/or other incentives. Benefits include flexible time off or vacation, a 401(k) plan with employer match, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and well-being programs.

Requirements

Knowledge of OSHA General Industry Standards (29 CFR 1910).
Solid understanding of workplace safety, hazardous materials handling, and basic regulatory requirements, such as OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of relevant experience in environmental health and safety, facilities, laboratory operations, or a related field.
Participation in rotating on-call or emergency response duties outside regular working hours is required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to conduct inspections and independently document compliance findings.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in recordkeeping and reporting.
Effective communication skills to deliver training and provide guidance to employees.
Ability to respond appropriately to safety concerns and participate in incident response activities.
Knowledge of applicable ISO 14000 series requirements in accordance with GRAIL standards.
Technical certificate in environmental health, safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field.
Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards relevant to the position, including GMP quality management systems (e.g., ISO 13485); clinical laboratory regulations and standards (e.g., CAP, CLIA, NYSDOH, ISO 15189); cybersecurity principles, tools, and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA); and hazardous waste management and transportation regulations (e.g., RCRA, DOT, IATA).

Responsibilities

Conduct regular safety and environmental inspections of laboratories, facilities, and equipment; document findings and recommend corrective actions.
Assist in incident and near-miss investigations by gathering data, interviewing employees, and preparing preliminary reports.
Manage hazardous waste activities, including waste characterization, labeling, accumulation area management, and preparation for off-site disposal.
Collect, prepare, and analyze routine safety and environmental samples, such as air, water, and waste samples, in accordance with regulatory and company standards.
Maintain and update EH&S documentation, databases, permits, and compliance records.
Provide EH&S orientation and refresher training on topics including PPE use, chemical handling, and emergency response.
Address employees’ day-to-day EH&S questions and escalate complex issues to EH&S specialists or managers.
Support emergency preparedness, including spill response, evacuation drills, and equipment readiness checks.
Participate in sustainability, recycling, and energy conservation initiatives.
Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives, adapt to new technologies and processes, support other teams during high-demand periods, and contribute to special projects or temporary assignments as needed.
Perform other related duties in support of EH&S programs.