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EHS Technician

7 days ago Sumter, SC

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a EHS Technician. The hours for this position are 8am - 430pm

The hourly rate for this position is 26.00 per hour.
This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you'll do:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:

Eaton is currently seeking an EHS Technician to join our team. This position is based out of our Sumter, SC facility.

The EHS Technician will be responsible for essential environmental health and safety (EHS) actions and initiatives related to EHS systems, inspections, training, and records management.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential-and where you can help us reach ours.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• You will lead and assist with the implementation of MESH (Management System of Environmental, Safety and Health) and will utilize MESH tools to drive improvements by participating and co-leading MESH Teams.
• You will obtain training and hands-on experience in implementing MESH tools to drive improvements in MESH and directly support facility objectives.
• You will provide and/or facilitate EHS training as needed
• You will lead incident investigations and track/trend incident data for OSHA 300 logs.
• You will enter EHS data/corrective actions in the corporate reporting tool (MESH Prism) and produce data for monthly scorecards.
• You will perform Site Level and Workstation Risk Assessments to identify hazards and implement corrective actions & controls.
• You will support the EHS Committee and serve as a member of various site teams
• You will work directly with MESH Element Owners/Champions to provide technical guidance and support to build organizational capability.
• You will support facility environmental performance systems, including wastewater permits and associated sampling requirements, solid waste, storm water, etc.
• You will drive for continuous improvement and support 5S+ initiatives and other projects as assigned.
• You will support the powered industrial truck (PIT) program
• You will deploy EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) initiatives in support of a Zero Incident Culture

Qualifications:

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum 5 years experience supporting a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 1 year experience supporting OSHA regulations, environmental/chemical compliance, facilities compliance, security and/or emergency response
• Must be authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship
• There is no relocation provided for this position. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the Sumter facility.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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• Associates Degree in Environmental Health & Safety from an accredited institution
• Experience with storm water, spill prevention control, waste management, air permits, Emergency Response, and EPCRA
• Minimum 1 year experience in lockout/tagout, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, process safety, and/or environmental compliance.

Position Criteria:

• Work location: 80% in production areas; 20% in office/conference room setting
• Basic understanding of the Eaton Safety Process or ISO14001
• Self-motivated / directed individual with well demonstrated written and verbal skills, along with great organizational and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Effective meeting facilitation skills and demonstrated ability to present to large audiences.
• Attention to detail and thorough analytical skills
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and overtime in support of business needs and special projects
• Ability to manage conflict while maintaining a professional posture
• Ability to influence without authority
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Professional presentation skills

Additional Information:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; reach at or above shoulder level; grip; and use hands to handle and feel. The employee is frequently required to walk; stoop; lift; carry; push; pull; and grip. The employee is frequently required to lift/carry up to 35 pounds. The employee is frequently required to push/pull up to or greater than 35 pounds. The vision requirements include far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to listen and to talk.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Client-provided location(s): Sumter, SC
Job ID: Eaton-59815Sumter
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-02-26T18:38:00

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)