Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist – Georgia Southern, Savannah Campus – Job

Location:

Armstrong Campus – Savannah, GA
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, we instruct about 26,000 students and are devoted to academic distinction, teaching, scholarship, and service.

Assist Georgia Southern University EHS program regarding environmental programs and occupational safety. Respond to emergencies related to hazardous waste and lead the campus in preventing any related issues. The EHS Specialist may also perform similar tasks on the Statesboro Campus to support the needs of the department.

• Respond to work order requests for pickups of hazardous waste, universal waste, or biomedical waste
• Perform routine inspections of labs, shops, eyewashes/showers, and environmental compliance areas
• Provide assistance with annual certification of laboratory ventilation systems (chemical fume hoods, biological safety cabinets, and local exhaust systems)
• Maintain accurate and concise records
• Respond to incidents, customer requests, emergencies, and site clean‑ups

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences or related field
• One (1) or more years of related work experience

• Knowledge of regulations governing EHS programs and experience in higher education, research laboratories, environmental consultation, or comparable institutional environment

$17.55 – $21.97 per hour (non‑exempt, bi‑weekly)

Apply Before Date:
May 10, 2024
Application review may begin on March 26, 2024

Department of Human Resources
Phone:
Email: hrservice

• Background investigation including a criminal background check and a credit check (if applicable)
• Pre‑employment drug test
• Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment
• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke‑Free Community

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: .

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Follow all safety policies in performance of work and wear personal protective equipment when needed
• Must occasionally work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Able to work extended hours at night, on weekends, or at special events
• Must be able to walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to use respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment as deemed necessary

• Standard + Education & DMV

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