Hazardous Mat Specialist

Job No: 538291

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Veteran's Preference Eligible, Environmental/Occupational Safety

Department:  - EHS-ENVR - HLTH - SAFETY-ADMIN

• Collects, processes and prepares University of Florida Radioactive and Chemical Waste for shipment and disposal
• Performs tasks related to insuring facility and institutional compliance with permits, licenses and Federal, State and Local regulations
• Collects and analyses samples for chemical and radioactive materials
• Maintains records in accordance with federal, state and local regulations
• Performs inspections as assigned
• Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of facilities and equipment
• Responds to chemical spills

Work hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A criminal background and post‑offer health assessment will be conducted.

Drives a state vehicle that requires a Valid Driver License.

$23.00-$24.00 per hour based on education and experience.

• A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one (1) year of appropriate experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization.

• One or more years of experience working in the area of chemical and/or radioactive waste management.

• Working knowledge of chemistry.
• Knowledge of regulations pertaining to chemical and radioactive waste management.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials shipping regulations and hazardous materials emergency response procedures.
• Understanding of basic principles of radioactivity and radiation protection technology.

• Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations and policies.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Ability to do physical labor.
• Ability to wear a full‑face air‑purifying respirator.
• Ability to distinguish colors.

• Cover Letter
• Resume

This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

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Applications Close: 23 February 2026

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The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.