Environmental Health and Safety Technician

Job Title

Environmental Health and Safety Technician I

Texas A&M University

Environmental Health & Safety

Commensurate

College Station, Texas

Staff

The Environmental Health and Safety Technician I, under supervision, performs assigned tasks to gain knowledge and actively contribute to supporting a designated area within an environmental health and safety program.

• Qualitative and quantitative testing on chemical fume hoods using specialized equipment
• Visually inspecting chemical fume hoods and reporting mechanical malfunctions for repairs
• Generating test reports and documenting the results in the BioRAFT software system
• Updating BioRAFT with the most current user and equipment information
• Submitting repair requests for chemical fume hood repairs and tracking them to ensure repairs are made in a timely manner
• Routine tasks in any functional area with regards to environmental health and safety
• Safety inspections
• Hazard identification and risk assessments
• Safety equipment calibration, inspections, and maintenance
• Proper waste management practices

• Maintains records of inspections and how to prepare reports

• Participates in training and development opportunities

• Responds with other EHS personnel to emergencies and assists emergency responders as needed

Salary: $15.85/hour

• High School graduation or any equivalent combination of education and experience
• No prior experience required

• Must have a Class “C” vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with others

• One year of work experience or some college coursework

• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment system or water treatment system
• This position is security sensitive
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.