Safety Technician Jobs in California
Safety Technician jobs in California are in strong demand, with consistent hiring in construction, oil and gas, semiconductor manufacturing, and utilities, at levels from entry-level field assistant through senior safety specialist. Los Angeles, Sacramento, and the San Francisco Bay Area are the largest hiring markets, and companies like Chevron, Bechtel, and Pacific Gas and Electric maintain a lasting presence and ongoing safety technician needs across the state. The most sought-after specialties in California include industrial hygiene, process safety, and construction safety compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Joining King’s Hawaiian makes you part of our ohana (family). We are a family-owned business for over seventy years, respecting our roots while thinking about our future as we continue to grow and care for our customers and the communities we serve. Ourohana members build an environment of inclusivity as they freely collaborate, pursue learning through curiosity, and explore innovation as critical thinkers. Beyond that, we are also passionate about supporting the long-term health and well-being of our employees and their families. If you’re excited to rise with our team, come and join our `ohana!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To ensure sanitary conditions at all King’s Hawaiian plants and warehouses, especially in all baking and packaging functions.
Job Requirements:
- Accurately cleans equipment area or periodic work.
- Sweeps, mops and maintains the offices, restrooms and lunchrooms as well as the outside parameters.
- Performs work safely using the accurate methods as directed.
- Follows and maintains the warehouse sanitation program utilizing a Master Cleaning Schedule and ensures implementation of accurate procedures in all King’s Hawaiian warehouses.
- Evaluates sanitation issues related to interactions of ingredients in dough mixing to ensure no sanitation standards are compromised during the mixing process.
- Works with Food Safety Supervisor to maintain plant procedures and operations guidelines, which ensure compliance with food laws and labeling requirements.
- Familiar with the use of appropriate cleaners and sanitizers for all food processing equipment and plant facilities.
- Performs daily self-inspection systems and techniques to monitor sanitation issues with all equipment.
- Inspects work prior to it being checked by foreman.
- Must be knowledgeable with the Lock out Tag out Safety program.
- Helps in training of new employees or employees who change job classifications.
- Reports all equipment problems to the foreman or supervisor immediately.
- Communicates all matters relating to safety and health and positively promote safety in our operations.
- Understands and follows all general and specific safe job procedures that apply to your job.
- Plans and carries out job assignments without crafting hazards to yourself and other employees.
- Promotes safety by understanding and following safety procedures and reporting all incidents in a timely manner.
- Must have flexible work schedule.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This individual must be Safety conscience. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Skills/Experience:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- One year experience in a food manufacturing facility.
- Language skills.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals written in English.
- Mathematical skills.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Will maintain CPR and AED certification (Company will provide periodic recertification training).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Duties may require use of equipment in machine shop, small portable equipment and manual tools. Duties may require occasional operation of a motor vehicle or travel to another state on behalf of the company.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position is scheduled to work on a shift basis. May also be scheduled to work all shifts. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually high.
COMPENSATION
$22.15 per hour
King's Hawaiian is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our ohana.
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Safety Technician Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Clean Harbors11

- Summit Fire & Security7

- King's Hawaiian4

- OpenAI4

- Republic Services4

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software19
- Consulting & Professional Services18
- Manufacturing12
- Construction & Real Estate10
- Food & Beverage7
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in safety technician jobs across California.
- Associate Safety Professional or Certified Safety Professional credential preferred or required
- Familiarity with California OSHA regulations and Title 8 compliance standards
- Experience conducting job hazard analyses, safety audits, and incident investigations
- OSHA 30-hour construction or general industry training card
- Ability to maintain safety records and write clear incident and audit reports
- First aid, CPR, and AED certification current and valid
Safety Technician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a safety technician in California?
The most direct path is completing an associate or bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, industrial technology, or a related field, then gaining field experience under a certified safety professional. California does not require a state-issued license for most safety technician roles, but employers strongly favor candidates who have earned or are working toward the Associate Safety Professional credential through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals. Cal/OSHA compliance knowledge is considered essential by most California hiring managers.
Which companies hire safety technicians in California?
Employers hiring safety technicians in California right now include Clean Harbors, Summit Fire & Security, and King's Hawaiian, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's large construction, energy, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors generate consistent openings, and utility companies and general contractors tend to hire across multiple regions of the state year-round.
Which California cities have the most safety technician jobs?
San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles have the most safety technician openings in California right now. Los Angeles anchors demand through its large construction, entertainment production, and port logistics industries, while the Bay Area draws heavily from semiconductor fabrication and tech campus operations, and Sacramento sees consistent hiring tied to state agency projects and regional utilities.
Are there remote safety technician jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 5% of safety technician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the fact that most safety technician work requires physical presence on job sites, in facilities, or during inspections. The portions of the role most suited to remote work are documentation review, compliance reporting, and safety training program development.
How can I get hired as a safety technician in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a field support or safety assistant role, which large California construction firms, utilities, and manufacturers regularly post as stepping stones. Companies like Bechtel and large general contractors in Southern California hire entry-level safety associates for site monitoring work that builds hands-on experience quickly. Completing an OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 course and earning a first aid certification before applying gives candidates a practical edge, and community college programs in occupational safety across California serve as a recognized on-ramp for employers who prefer candidates already familiar with Cal/OSHA standards.
Where can I find and apply to safety technician jobs in California?
You can find and apply to safety technician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience level and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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