EHS Technician

Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form! 

In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing -  might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.

Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.

Role Description

We are looking for an EHS Technician to further support daily functions of the Form Energy EHS program at our Weirton, WV facility. You will be responsible for working with our EHS Manager to ensure our team is operating with best safety practices and to lead efforts to improve the culture of safety in the workplace. A self-starter, you will proactively mitigate new hazards and roll up your sleeves to quickly respond to critical situations in the most effective and efficient manner. Taking a collaborative approach, you’ll work closely with all teams to provide a great and safe place to work. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving technology start-up with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!

What you'll do:

• Manage Haz-waste on site

• Respond to chemical spills

• Operate powered industrial vehicles such as scissor lifts and forklifts

• Ensure day-to-day compliance with EHS policies and regulations

• Perform various environmental and safety inspections of the facility and key equipment

• Analyze job hazard analysis documentation and performing tracking and trends

• Perform Environmental compliance related duties

• Deliver and document initial and ongoing EHS training

• Assist in Incident Investigations

• Participate and at times lead safety team activities

• Coordinate treatment efforts and track work reported injuries

• Assist with all permit to work programs including but not limited to: Control of Hazardous Energy, Confined Space, Work at Height, Live Electrical Work, etc

• Track stock and order safety supplies such as PPE and other safety related items

• Work closely with departments to ensure EHS requirements are being addressed and met

• Track and document training completion and assist with creating training content

What you'll bring:

• 4+ years of experience in an EHS related role. Degreed education can be substituted for required experience

• Proven ability to work within cross functional teams and execute outcomes to achieve aggressive timelines

• Ability to move objects up to 50 pounds.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Familiarity with the following programs: Control of Hazardous Energy (LOTO), Permit Required Confined Spaces, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews, Incident Investigation, Risk Assessment Activities

• Direct experience with navigating regulatory requirements as they relate to Large Quantity Generator status, satellite and 90-day accumulation areas, and disposal of wastes

• Knowledge and experience in OSHA 1910 regulatory Requirements

• The following certifications are preferred: HAZWOPER certification, RCRA/DOT/IATA certifications
  
  

Where you'll work:

This role is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV—an easy commute from the city of Pittsburgh, PA. This 550,000-square-foot facility is our hub for high-volume battery production and a leader in the new era of American energy manufacturing.

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Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here. 

When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed. 

To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.

If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.

Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.