HSE Technician 1 - Day Shift in Vernal, Utah at Coyote Tanks LLC

About Coyote Tanks Inc.

Coyote Tanks Inc. is a leader in API tank manufacturing, delivering high-quality products with speed, precision, and accountability. Coyote Tanks builds critical equipment for the energy and industrial sectors out of the Utah Basin. We operate with a lean manufacturing mindset—no chaos, no excuses, just results.

We are growing fast, and our people are the reason. This role exists to make sure that as we scale, we stay a place where skilled, motivated people want to build their careers.

Position Summary

The HSE Technician I is an entry-level Health, Safety & Environmental position designed to develop a field-experienced employee into a capable HSE professional. The role supports the Coyote Tanks safety program through visible field presence, employee engagement, hazard recognition, inspections, documentation, training support, and follow-through on corrective actions. The HSE Technician I works closely with employees and supervisors in the shop, field, and project sites to reinforce safe work practices while learning the regulatory, administrative, and technical responsibilities of the HSE function. The position is supported by a structured 12-month training and development plan, with protected development time (target of 4 hours per week, adjusted for operational needs), and the technician will progressively assume greater responsibility as knowledge and competency develop. The HSE Technician I must be able to perform all job functions with a “safety first” mentality and coordinates with the Director of People & Safety to ensure that assigned duties are aimed at accomplishing Coyote Tanks business strategy.

Every HSE Technician I is expected to:

• Lead by example and consistently demonstrate safe work practices.
• Contribute to a safe work environment that fosters pride in being part of a winning team and promotes personal growth. It is everyone’s responsibility to meet OSHA requirements on the job and to attend and practice what is covered in ongoing safety training.
• Approach employees as a safety resource and coach, not simply as an enforcer.
• Raise concerns early, bring recommended solutions when practical, and follow through on commitments.
• Maintain a positive company attitude and ensure their individual effort is aligned with the company goals.

You ensure that you do your part as your team is responsible for supporting the company vision and mission.

Measure of Performance

• Meeting or exceeding HSE and development goals as established jointly with the Director of People & Safety and other members of the Management Team.
• Timely and accurate documentation, and follow-through to closure on assigned corrective actions.
• Consistent field presence and sound judgment, with timely escalation of higher-risk concerns.
• Conducts himself/herself in a professional, respectful, and cooperative manner at all times, and maintains confidentiality when handling employee, incident, medical, or Company-sensitive information.
• Maintains professional appearance at all times.

Day Shift Hours: 6:00am-4:30pm

*Must by 18 years or older to apply*

Key Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of the HSE Technician I is to support the Coyote Tanks safety program through visible field presence, hazard recognition, inspections, documentation, training support, and follow-through on corrective actions, as directed by the Director of People & Safety.

Authority

The HSE Technician I is given the authority to complete the activities assigned by the Director of People & Safety, within established authority. The technician should escalate situations involving imminent danger, serious injury potential, legal interpretation, regulatory reporting, complex industrial hygiene, significant employee-relations issues, or any matter outside assigned authority.

• Supports and reinforces Stop Work Authority when work is unsafe, unclear, or conditions have changed.
• Needs to review all company Standard Operating Procedures and safety policies.
• Can request safety equipment and supplies, and access to HSE forms, reporting systems, SDS resources, and training records.
• Does not exceed training or authorization; training does not confer competent person, qualified person, or authorized employee status where a regulation requires it.

General and Administrative

• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor that reflects the company’s commitment to quality, continuous improvement and respect for individuals.
• Support prompt reporting and documentation of injuries, incidents, near misses, property damage, damaged equipment, and unsafe conditions.
• Assist with maintaining safety records, inspection forms, training documentation, SDS information, and other HSE files.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling employee, incident, medical, or Company-sensitive information.
• Review any new processes and procedures developed by Management.
• Participate in continuing HSE education and progressively assume greater responsibility as knowledge and competency develop.
• Ensure required reports are provided on a timely basis. Keep activity log updated on a daily basis to track output and productivity.
• Records all time usage accurately.

Operational Procedures

• Maintain an active and visible HSE presence in shop, field, and project work areas.
• Observe work activities and help identify unsafe conditions, unsafe behaviors, changing hazards, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with routine safety inspections, observations, audits, and follow-up of identified corrective actions.
• Participate in job hazard analyses/job safety analyses, pre-task planning, toolbox talks, and other safety meetings.
• Help verify appropriate PPE use and compliance with Company, project, customer, and site safety requirements.
• Assist with incident and near-miss investigations, including fact gathering, photographs, witness information, corrective-action tracking, and lessons learned, under direction of HSE leadership.
• Follow the Company Rules and Progressive Discipline procedures.

Customer Support

• Ensure the company focuses on providing outstanding customer service by knowing and meeting applicable customer, project, and site safety and access requirements.
• Communicate safety concerns professionally and respectfully to employees, supervisors, subcontractors, customers, and management.

Training & Employee Engagement

• Assist with new-hire and site-specific safety orientation and other assigned safety training.
• Follow up on assigned safety items and communicate status, obstacles, and recommended solutions.
• Accept coaching, ask questions when uncertain, and take ownership of mistakes and corrective actions.
• Attend operational meetings when requested and provide required reporting to the Director of People & Safety.

Additional Duties

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. You will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by ownership.

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions

• Appearance at all times must represent the company image.
• This position may work in office, fabrication/shop, construction, and field environments, as assigned.
• Duties may require walking active work areas, climbing stairs or ladders, and wearing required PPE.
• Work involves exposure to weather and industrial conditions; shop and field sites have harsher conditions at times.
• Noise level is usually moderate in the office and loud in the shops.
• Fast-paced environment: subject to numerous schedule and priority changes and short notice activity.
• Travel between Company or project locations as assigned.

Benefits

Offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life and disability Insurance

Benefits may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Coyote Tanks Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Required

• Demonstrated field or production experience in an industrial, construction, fabrication, or similar work environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and willingness to learn the HSE profession.
• Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with employees and supervisors.
• Ability to recognize hazards, ask appropriate questions, document observations, and follow assigned items through completion.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn Company systems and HSE documentation requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to Company or project locations when assigned.
• Ability to meet applicable customer, project, and site access requirements.

Preferred

• Prior participation in safety committees, toolbox talks, JSAs/JHAs, inspections, or incident reporting.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 training, or willingness to complete assigned training.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification, or willingness to obtain it.
• Interest in pursuing additional HSE education, certifications, and progressively greater responsibility.