Chemical Hygiene Assistant

PeopleAdmin • Naperville, IL

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chemical Hygiene Assistant is responsible for the testing of laboratory safety shower and eyewash stations within the Wentz Science Center. Test results will be summarized in monthly reports which are forwarded to the college Chemical Hygiene Officer. The Chemical Hygiene Assistant will work with the Chemistry Laboratory Manager for work scheduling and access to various locations of each safety shower and eyewash station. Additional duties may include the washing and/or restocking of glassware and lab equipment.

Requirements

• Completed the lecture and laboratory coursework of Chemistry 121 and 122 with a letter grade of “C” or higher
• Basic knowledge of chemistry and chemistry laboratories (and similar laboratories) and the general equipment used within them, including safety equipment (safety showers, eyewash stations, fume hoods) and typical basic laboratory glassware
• Working knowledge of the safety practices utilized within a chemistry or similar laboratory
• Self-motivated
• Works well in a group setting
• Works well independently and without direct supervision
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be enrolled as a student at North Central College

Responsibilities

• Testing of laboratory safety shower and eyewash stations
• Summarizing test results in monthly reports
• Forwarding reports to the college Chemical Hygiene Officer
• Work with the Chemistry Laboratory Manager for work scheduling and access to safety equipment
• Washing and/or restocking of glassware and lab equipment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees