Environmental Technician

SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Technician implements and maintains regulatory requirements relating to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA), and Department of Transportation (DOT). The role works with engineers and technicians to support SpaceX’s manufacturing campus and west coast recovery operations while meeting environmental objectives and regulatory requirements.

The position is based at the Hawthorne facility and is not remote or hybrid. It requires availability for first shift, Monday through Friday, 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with occasional overtime and weekend work when needed. The work may involve hazardous materials and environments, appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and lifting up to 30 pounds unassisted.

Compensation is listed by level: Level 1, $24.00–$31.00; Level 2, $26.00–$37.00; and Level 3, $34.00–$43.00. Actual level and base salary are determined case by case based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The total rewards package may include long-term incentives such as company stock or long-term cash awards, potential discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; paid parental leave; discounts and perks; up to three weeks of accrued paid vacation; 10 or more paid holidays per year; and paid sick leave under company policy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• At least 2 years of experience implementing and overseeing aspects of an environmental, health, and safety program.
• Available for first shift, Monday through Friday, 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
• Occasionally available to work overtime and weekends when needed.
• Able to work with hazardous materials and in hazardous environments while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds unassisted.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State, to conform to U.S. Government export regulations.
• Must relocate if not already local to the Hawthorne, California area.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing hazardous waste storage and satellite accumulation areas.
• Experience with emergency response crews in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil, and water.
• Experience using Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated propensity for hands-on work and attention to detail in academic or career pursuits.
• Ability to multitask, manage shifting priorities, and follow through on projects with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a construction or industrial environment.
• Ability to communicate well with technicians and engineers.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure environmental compliance with applicable regulations, including EPA, RCRA, CUPA, and DOT.
• Monitor and manage hazardous waste levels at each department’s satellite accumulation area.
• Perform hazardous waste removal and determine waste classifications for new waste streams in partnership with the EHS team and work centers.
• Ensure waste is properly labeled and stored according to its classification.
• Accurately record and maintain 90-day hazardous waste inventory logs.
• Conduct required hazardous waste and hazardous material storage area inspections.
• Schedule, prepare, and assist with waste shipments in partnership with the SpaceX Environmental team and waste disposal contractors.
• Consolidate and lab-pack waste when appropriate.
• Perform spill response and prevention tasks, including cleanup or coordination of cleanup with a third party.
• Implement the Spill Prevention Countermeasures and Control Plan (SPCC) throughout the Hawthorne facility.
• Order and maintain supplies and equipment needed for spill response, waste management, proper hazardous waste disposal, and environmental compliance programs.
• Perform compliance and due diligence audits in support of SpaceX environmental programs.
• Manage hazardous materials and ensure they are properly labeled and stored.
• Conduct regular inspections of hazardous waste accumulation and storage, universal waste storage, emergency eyewash and shower stations, SPCC, stormwater, and industrial wastewater.
• Support waste minimization, risk reduction, and process improvement initiatives under the direction of the SpaceX Environmental team.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Employee discounts and other perks
• Up to three weeks of accrued paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Paid sick leave
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Potential company stock or long-term cash awards
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED