Job Information
University of Utah Environmental Technician in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 06/06/2024
Requisition Number PRN38805B
Job Title Environmental Technician
Working Title Environmental Technician
Job Grade C
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area President
Department 00472 - Environmental Health & Safety
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 12.02 to 21.63
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Tier 1 Responsibilities
Collects, transports, and processes hazardous and potentially hazardous chemical, biological, and radiological materials or waste.
Operates and maintains vehicles and equipment (carts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, fume hoods, etc) according to standard protocols.
Maintains and updates the hazardous and regulated waste cradle-to-grave database management system and ensures appropriate documentation for on Campus items.
Maintains the Regulated Waste Management Facility and supporting equipment as directed.
Uses necessary personal protective equipment ( PPE ) based on potential chemical or biological exposure. Must be capable of wearing a tight-fitting air purifying respirator.
Assists with mitigation of emergencies and spills involving chemical and biological materials.
Tier 2 Responsibilities
Coordinates and assists researchers and staff with lab moves and lab clean-outs.
Consolidates or bulks compatible waste materials into drums.
Assists in laboratory inspections to ensure compliance with appropriate regulatory and University of Utah policy and procedures.
Informs researchers of proper waste labeling and storage.
Coordinates with waste transporters and vendors supplying equipment and/or materials.
Develops and maintains databases for the hazardous waste program. Analyzes information to identify areas for quality improvement.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduate with two years of experience in a field related to organic/inorganic Chemistry, Natural Sciences, Mathematics, or Engineering, or on-the-job training in environmental protection compliance or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Working knowledge of computer programs and applications. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.
Applicants must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and traverse rough terrain in a variety of weather conditions.
Additional consideration will be given to applicants with two or more years of college education in the Natural Sciences, Mathematics, or Engineering, and who have completed an accredited hazardous materials management or construction site stormwater inspector curriculum. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws regarding hazardous and regulated waste management, transportation, air quality, and stormwater management is also preferred.
Depending on the area of assignment, incumbents will be required to complete the following within six months of their hire date: pass a baseline medical examination with annual checkups and be cleared to wear negative and positive pressure respirators and personal protective equipment; obtain and maintain a valid Utah commercial driver’s license with a hazardous materials endorsement; obtain a Visible Emissions Observer ( VEO ) certification; and complete 24-hour emergency operations training as outlined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ), unless in possession of current certification in OSHA 24-hour Emergency Responder or 40-hour HazWOPER.
This position is not responsible for providing patient care.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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