Environmental Health & Safety Technician II

Under general supervision, supports the institute in environmental safety and health, ensuring compliance with city, state, and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct radiation surveys and provide radiation training for employees.
• Perform noise surveys and laboratory safety inspections.
• Collect, analyze, ship, and pack samples.
• Collect, sort, and prepare wastes for disposal.
• Maintain emergency equipment and respond to accidents such as spills, fires, and falls.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of three years of related work experience in industrial hygiene or safety; or four years of related work experience in a laboratory setting; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• Must be eligible for certification as a Hazardous Material Handler.
• Basic understanding of general safety, fire safety, industrial hygiene, and/or environmental safety.
• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, EPA, NRC, and DOE regulations preferred.
• Superior professional-level written and verbal communication skills.
• High degree of professionalism, excellent judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage a wide variety of tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Internet Explorer, and Outlook; ability to learn department-specific computer systems.

Physical Requirements

• Work performed in office, laboratory, and outdoor environments.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, crawling, climbing (ladders, scaffolds, etc.), and overhead reaching.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 pounds.
• Perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Wear personal protective equipment, including respirators.
• Work in proximity to research animals and in areas with hazardous materials and/or infectious agents, which may require vaccinations.

Relocation may be offered for this position.