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At CS Power Systems, we're on a mission to transform lives by delivering clean, solar-powered electricity to millions worldwide鈥攁nd we're just getting started. As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future.
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Across Canadian Solar's powerful ecosystem鈥攊ncluding CS Power Systems, CSPowerTech, e-STORAGE, Recurrent Energy, MSS, and CSI Solar鈥攚e're deeply invested in our people's success. If you're passionate about renewable energy and want to "Make the Difference" by building a lasting positive impact on the planet and communities everywhere, join us at CS Power Systems鈥攚here your talent can help shape the clean energy revolution.
Company Summary:
CS Powertech is a vertically-integrated manufacturer of ingots, wafers, cells, solar modules (panels) and custom-designed solar power applications. CS Powertech delivers solar power products of uncompromising quality to customers worldwide. CS Powertech鈥檚 world class team of professionals works closely with our customers to provide them with solutions for all their solar needs. For more information on the company, please visit www.canadian-solar.com.
Job Description: EHS Technician
Job Title: Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Technician
Department: Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)
Reports To: EHS Manager
Position Summary
The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Technician supports the implementation and maintenance of Environmental, Health, and Safety programs in a high-volume manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in solar panels, photovoltaic (PV), semiconductor, or other cleanroom manufacturing facilities and possess a strong understanding of hazardous chemicals, safety regulations, and environmental compliance. This role assists in creating a safe work environment by conducting inspections, investigating incidents, maintaining records, delivering training, and promoting a strong safety culture throughout the organization.
Key Responsibilities
路 Support daily EHS operations and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local environmental regulations.
路 Monitor hazardous chemical storage, handling, transportation, and disposal, including acids, solvents, gases, and specialty chemicals used in solar panel manufacturing.
路 Perform air quality, noise, wastewater, and environmental monitoring activities.
路 Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS), chemical inventories, and regulatory documentation.
路 Coordinate hazardous waste management activities in accordance with environmental regulations.
路 Assist in implementing and maintaining safety management system, EHS programs and procedures.
路 Collaborate with facility, operations and maintenance teams to drive continuous improvement.
路 Assist in ergonomic evaluation, conduct routine workplace safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
路 Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action implementation.
路 Support emergency response activities, spill response, and evacuation drills.
路 Coordinate and deliver employee safety orientations and ongoing training programs.
路 Maintain safety records, inspection reports, training documentation, and compliance files.
路 Support emergency preparedness activities, including evacuation drills and emergency response planning.
路 Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
路 Associate's or Bachelor degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Process Engineering or a related field.
路 Working knowledge of OSHA, experience with chemical safety programs and hazardous materials management.
路 Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space, Hot Work, Machine Guarding, and Electrical Safety programs.
路 Experience conducting incident investigations and safety audits.
路 Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
路 Preferred Qualifications
路 Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST) certification, or Certified
Safety Professional (CSP),
路 HAZWOPER (24-hour or 40-hour) certification.
路 Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
路 Knowledge of industrial hygiene monitoring and cleanroom protocols.
路 Experience with hazardous gases, vacuum systems, and chemical distribution systems used in semiconductors or Solar panel (photovoltaic) manufacturing.
Other Skills
路 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
路 Problem-solving and analytical thinking
路 Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
路 Strong organizational and documentation skills
Compensation and Benefits:
CS Powertech offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, PTO and sick days. This is a full-time position.
CS Powertech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
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