EHSS (Environmental Health, Safety and Sustainability) Technician, Operations (1595)

Idaho State University is hiring an EHSS Technician for its Pocatello campus. The role involves supporting environmental health and safety programs, conducting inspections, and responding to emergencies. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required. The position emphasizes safety culture, continuous improvement, and includes responsibilities like hazardous waste removal and training. Salary ranges from $50,000 to $55,000 with benefits. This is an on-campus position, not eligible for remote work.
EHSS (Environmental Health, Safety and Sustainability) Technician, Operations (1595)

Pocatello - Main

NOT eligible for remote work, on-campus position

Priority Date: July 2, 2025

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Job Description

Reporting to the Safety Programs Manager, the EHSS Technician supports environmental health and safety programs.

Key Responsibilities
• Support the development, implementation, review and evaluation of environmental health, safety and sustainability programs, plans and procedures
• Draft professional reports with findings and corrective actions
• Utilize continuous improvement principles in all EHSS responsibilities
• Cultivate a positive culture of safety by role modeling safe behavior and a demonstrated commitment to safety
• Respond to off-hours emergencies
• Support operations in Environmental Health, Safety and Sustainability by assisting with special projects, recordkeeping, training and marketing
• Assists with hazardous waste removals
• Conducts inspections
• Assists with instrument calibration
• Conduct regular assessments of worksite environments to identify potential safety hazards

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (In lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree, a minimum six years combined education, training, and experience may be considered)
• Successful candidates must be able to wear an air-purifying respirator, lift 50 pounds, transport drums weighing 450 pounds using a drum hand truck and have a valid driver's license.
• Position requires after-hours emergency responses.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in environmental health and safety
• Experience in a college or university setting

Additional Information

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before July 2, 2025. Salary will be between $50,000 - $55,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.

Posting Number: req2506

Type: Working 12 months per year

Position: Non-classified Staff

Division: Vice President for Operations

Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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