Hazardous Materials Specialist
Job in
New Haven, New Haven County, Connecticut, 06540, USA
Listing for:
Yale University
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
-
Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Environmental Compliance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 92000 USD Yearly
USD
92000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Salary Range
$92,000.00 - $
Overview
Reporting to the Environmental Affairs Manager, this position has overall responsibility for developing and implementing programs that ensure hazardous materials associated with renovations or routine maintenance activities are properly identified prior to the work, are handled in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, and are removed, handled or controlled in the most cost‑effective manner.
Responsibilities
Develop, implement and manage programs and procedures to identify and control access to hazardous materials that may be encountered during renovations or routine maintenance operations.Implement and manage an asbestos and lead operation and maintenance program that meets the requirements of OSHA’s lead and asbestos construction standards as well as all other local, state, and federal regulations.Review renovation plans to identify potential sources of hazardous material inspections of areas that will be renovated or in which routine maintenance activities will be conducted that could encounter hazardous materials.Act as the asbestos and lead inspector and/or project designer for small to medium‑sized projects.Review all asbestos and lead inspection reports and project designs prepared by consultants for completeness and cost effectiveness of abatement approach.Submit alternative work procedures to the State Department of Public Health when appropriate to control costs associated with asbestos abatement projects.Conduct audits/inspections of maintenance operations and renovations to ensure applicable hazardous material regulations and established procedures are being followed.Respond to and investigate exposure incidents involving asbestos and lead.Provide technical guidance on all aspects of asbestos and lead management to Project Managers, Physical Plant Managers, and University administrators.Prepare and publish asbestos and lead safety training and informational materials and provide training to University personnel on these issues.Set criteria that asbestos abatement firms must meet and identify consultants to whom project managers can enter into contracts.Track asbestos and lead regulations on the federal, state, and local level, summarizing new regulations and implementing new programs as necessary.Supervise other personnel as directed.Assist in other OEHS activities as directed by the Section Manager.Required
Skills and AbilitiesAdvanced knowledge in EHS science and state and federal EHS regulations, standards, and guidance; 24‑hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification (required after hire).Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to be an effective trainer and public speaker, and to maintain collaborative relationships with coworkers, students, faculty, staff, and external entities.Demonstrated technical EHS skills, including monitoring and sampling methodology, and the ability to perform technical calculations and hazard evaluations.Ability to manage and prioritize multiple programs, projects, and tasks across multiple university locations.Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications, including reporting survey findings and maintaining required regulatory records.Preferred
Skills and AbilitiesSelf‑starter with well‑developed analytical, training, and counseling skills.Ability to interpret regulatory impact or safety impact in new setting.Ability to process complicated situations and respond immediately; well‑developed oral and written communication skills.Well‑developed leadership skills.Well‑developed coping skills.Preferred
Education and Experience Advanced degree in industrial hygiene, safety discipline or biological science such as toxicology or physiology.Experience as a lead/asbestos consultant is highly desired.Experience…
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