Environmental Safety Technician

About the role

Serve as Associate Environmental Technician (S1) in support of staff members in Radiological and Environmental Management who specialize in hazardous materials management. Learn and assist in the collection and processing of chemical and biological waste. Learn proper inspection of waste prior to pick-up and ensure compliance with University policy, State and Federal waste regulations, permit conditions and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements. Learn to identify incompatible chemicals. Assist staff with generating and maintaining manifest documentation. Learn and assist in processing chemical waste. Blend, treat, package and label hazardous materials under direct supervision of chemist. Follow standard operating procedures. Learn and become efficient in performing routine waste facility inspections for safety and compliance with University policy, State and Federal waste regulation, and permit conditions.

Responsibilities

• Respond to chemical spills, accidents and emergencies on a 24-hour basis.
• Assemble and maintain hazardous waste manifests.
• Assist in the collection and processing of chemical and biological waste.
• Perform proper inspection of waste prior to pick-up and ensure compliance with University policy, State and Federal waste regulations, permit conditions and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements.
• Identify incompatible chemicals.
• Generate and maintain manifest documentation.
• Process chemical waste.
• Blend, treat, package and label hazardous materials under direct supervision of chemist.
• Follow standard operating procedures.
• Efficiently perform routine waste facility inspections for safety and compliance with University policy, State and Federal waste regulation, and permit conditions.

Requirements

• High School Degree or High School Equivalency (HSE) required.
• College chemistry course work preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Three (3) years of previous experience working with hazardous materials are required or three (3) years of experience in a similar position in industry, government or academia may also be considered.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including a respirator, lift and carry 50 to 80 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 + lbs occasionally.
• Must comply with Purdue's driving policy, pass an initial and annual basic medical exam, conform to applicable regulatory and safety requirements.
• The ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships and have mutual trust and respect with others, high ethical and professional behavior standards, strong work organization skills.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or High School Equivalency (HSE) required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Three (3) years of previous experience working with hazardous materials are required or three (3) years of experience in a similar position in industry, government or academia may also be considered.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including a respirator, lift and carry 50 to 80 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 + lbs occasionally.
• Must comply with Purdue's driving policy, pass an initial and annual basic medical exam, conform to applicable regulatory and safety requirements.
• The ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships and have mutual trust and respect with others, high ethical and professional behavior standards, strong work organization skills.

Skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills required.
• A strong commitment to customer service and the Administrative Operations strategic goals is essential.
• Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office experience is required.

Benefits

• Pension plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid time off.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth.