Environmental Health/Safety Tech I

at University of Delaware in Newark, Delaware, United States Job Description University of Delaware Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from Minority Group Members, Women, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans. The University's Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html

Job No:

503058

Work Type:

Staff Location:

Newark, DE Categories:

Research & Laboratory, Full Time

PAY GRADE

27N

CONTEXT OF THE JOB

Under the general supervision of the Research and Environmental Compliance Officer, maintains and performs duties associated with hazardous waste related programs at the University to assure compliance with federal, state and local regulations and to achieve the optimal control or reduction of the hazards and exposures which are detrimental to people and/or property. Incumbent routinely interacts with students, staff, faculty, administrators, and regulatory agencies, and functions as an internal consultant to all levels of the University in matters of hazardous waste management. Failure to perform tasks satisfactorily can result in liability, property damage, injury or fatality, regulatory noncompliance, and fine, imprisonment or both.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Completes chemical, radioactive, and infectious waste pick-ups on campus; interacts with faculty, researchers, and students on waste issues. Performs routine duties associated with the chemical waste disposal program. Utilizes fleet box trucks for movement of materials throughout campus. Classifies waste by EPA and DOT hazard and shipping class. Bulks compatible waste streams; assists with preparation of lab packs for off-site shipment. Performs waste minimization activities to reduce volume and disposal cost. Assists with completing and maintaining regulatory records; signs manifests. Organizes and maintains records for evidence of compliance with regulations for inspection by outside reviewers and regulatory authorities such as DNREC, USNRC, DOT, EPA, etc. Maintains University compliance with federal and state hazardous waste regulations. Conducts inspections/audits, provides upkeep and assists with operations of the Materials Management Facility and Central Accumulation Areas throughout the University. Maintains facilities and equipment used to perform tasks, assures maintenance and/or performs/conducts calibrations at required frequencies, labels and communicates status of equipment to department members, trouble shoots equipment problems and failures. Provides recommendations to help maintain University compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and codes in order to achieve the optimal control/reduction of hazards and exposure to life, safety, and environment on and around the campus. Acts as a member of EHS emergency response team; maintain Hazmat Awareness Level training. Responds to a variety of incidents and emergencies on campus including, but not limited to, fire, unknown odors, chemical, radioactive, and biological material incidents, and hazardous gas alarms. Carry the after-hours department on-call phone on a rotating basis and respond to campus emergencies as necessary. Participates in professional meetings and conferences, when applicable. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED and three years of direct experience. Course work in chemistry, physics, biology, engineering or related field wit Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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