Occupational Health & Safety Technician

About the role

The Division of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) partners with Augusta University to promote safety services that support the clinical, teaching, and research missions on campus. We are responsible for a campus-wide effort to ensure Augusta University complies with local, state, and federal health and safety rules and regulations to provide a safe environment for work, study, research, and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Surveillances:
• Inspect research laboratories for the safe and compliant use of radiological and biological materials and hazardous chemicals.
• Provide on-site coaching and consultation to laboratory personnel to improve safety and compliance.
• Document surveillances for follow-up action and review by regulatory agencies.
• Hazardous Material Inventory Management:
• Track the purchase, delivery, and receipt of radiological and biological materials, and laboratory chemicals.
• Ensure the proper storage of Drug Enforcement Agency controlled substances as well as Georgia Broad of Pharmacy Dangerous Chemicals.
• Update, or cause laboratory personnel to update, the hazardous material inventory database to reflect receipt, use, or disposal of hazardous materials.
• Hazardous Waste Management:
• Ensure proper storage of radiological, biological, and chemical waste at the point of origin.
• Collect, package, and transport radiological and chemical wastes to the Material Safety Storage Facility, and biological wastes to the biowaste trailer.
• Properly store, and ultimately dispose radiological, biological, and chemical wastes.
• Absorb, and in case of substantial or particularly hazardous material, perform clean-up.
• Document waste management activities for review by regulatory agencies.
• Sort and package universal waste to include lamps, ballasts, batteries, and mercury containing equipment.
• Indoor Environmental Quality:
• Evaluate the impact of water intrusions through measurement of saturation of building materials to designate areas of required remediation to Facilities Operations personnel.
• Assist with the evaluation of indoor environmental quality complaints.
• Ensure Safety of University Buildings:
• Conduct Life Safety inspections of university buildings.
• Inspect and certify fire extinguishers.
• Certify the proper operation of fume hoods.
• Test safety showers and eyewash stations.
• Conduct sidewalk surveys to identify tripping hazards.
• Document inspections, tests, and observations for follow-up action and review by regulatory agencies.
• Environmental:
• Collect emergency generator hours monthly.
• Assist in annual environmental program audits.
• Hazardous Material Spill Response:
• Respond to spills of radioactive and biological materials and hazardous chemicals.
• Coordinate assistance from Public Safety, if necessary to control scene.
• Contain spill.
• Assist affected employees, to include personnel decontamination.
• Direct staff on spill clean-up, or in case of substantial or particularly hazardous material, perform clean-up.
• Properly dispose of contaminated materials.
• Make internal notifications.
• Document actions for follow-up and review by regulatory agencies.
• Other:
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, nuclear science, industrial hygiene, environmental science, radiation protection, laboratory science, occupational safety, or closely related discipline.
• Two years of experience as an environmental, health, and safety technician in industry, academia, or at a medical facility.
• Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the same fields, and National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists, Occupational Health and Safety Technologist certification, Certified Safety Professional, Georgia Firefighter certification, and Certified Hazardous Materials Manager designation.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of basic understanding of algebra, chemistry, biology, radioactivity and radiation, and industrial hygiene principals.
• Working knowledge of laws, regulations, and AU rules regarding the safe and compliant use of hazardous chemicals, biologicals, and radiological; occupational safety and health standards; industrial hygiene principles; and fire safety requirements.
• Engineering, personal protective equipment, and administrative controls for the safe use of hazardous materials.
• Laboratory and clinical practices associated with the use of radiological, biological, and chemical materials.
• Customer service principles and practices.
• Working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)
Pay Band: B11
Salary: Minimum $27.21/hour
Salary to be commensurate with the qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

Other Information

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

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Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
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