Environmental Health and Safety Tech I

The University of Delaware seeks an Environmental Health and Safety Tech I in Newark, DE. This full-time role involves managing hazardous waste programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and interacting with the university community. Responsibilities include waste pick-ups, inspections, maintaining records, and participating in emergency response. The position requires routine interaction with various stakeholders and is critical for maintaining safety and compliance on campus.
University of Delaware

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Job No: 501760

Work Type: Staff

Location: Newark

Categories: Public Safety, Security, & Emergency
Services, 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 with some direct experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the chemical, physical, and regulatory aspects
associated with workplace hazards such as fire, hazardous
materials, ionizing and non- ionizing radiation, etc.
• Working knowledge of applicable regulations and standards such
as EPA, NFPA, OSHA, ANSI, BOCA is preferred. Must be able to obtain
40-hour HAZWOPER Certification, IATA, and DOT certification.
• Ability to follow complex oral and/or written instructions, and
communicate effectively and interact well with people of all ages
and diverse background.
• Excellent customer services skills required.
• Experience working in an academic or research and development
setting preferred.
• Demonstrates an understanding and consideration of the
differing needs and concerns of individuals with varying
identities, cultures, and backgrounds.
• Committed to fostering a workplace culture of belonging, where
diversity is celebrated, and equity is a core value.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to pass a medical examination to wear respiratory
protection and work around hazardous materials.
• Frequently requires the use of personal protective equipment to
prevent exposure to hazardous materials.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and maneuver 55-gallon drums
weighing up to 600 pounds with or without accommodations.
• Must be able to work above and below ground level and work in
cramped or confined spaces.
• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders.
• Must be able to safely handle chemical containers of varying
sizes and shapes without endangering themselves or those working in
the vicinity.
• Must be able to work with and handle shock and friction
sensitive, air and water-reactive materials, and explosive
compounds and containers.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Access to a private reliable means of transportation.

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Action

The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person
on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity
or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital
status, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other
characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment,
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scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the
Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and
University policies. The University of Delaware also prohibits
unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual
violence.

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