Environmental Health & Safety Technician I

About the role

The EH&S Technician supports the institute in environmental safety and health, ensuring compliance with various regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conducts radiation surveys and radiation training for employees.
• Performs noise surveys and laboratory safety inspections.
• Collects, analyzes, ships, and packs samples.
• Collects, sorts, and prepares wastes for disposal.
• Maintains equipment for emergencies and responds to accidents such as spills, fires, and falls.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least one year of related work experience in industrial hygiene or safety, or two years in a laboratory setting.
• A basic understanding of safety regulations including OSHA, DOT, EPA, NRC, and DOE.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, professionalism, and strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, work independently, and as part of a team.
• Preferred computer proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Internet Explorer, Outlook, and the ability to learn department-specific software.

Qualifications

• Physical requirements include standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, crawling, climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and wearing personal protective equipment.
• Work environment includes office, laboratory, and outdoor settings, as well as close proximity to research animals and areas with hazardous materials/infectious agents.

Skills

• Knowledge of safety regulations (OSHA, DOT, EPA, NRC, DOE).
• Professional-level written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Teamwork and independent work capabilities.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn department-specific software.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

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