Environmental Health & Safety Technician

UMass Boston • Boston, MA

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About The Position

The Environmental Health and Safety Technician will work, in conjunction with
the other members of the OEHS Office, with faculty, staff, students,
contractors, and the administration, in the implementation and execution of
UMass Boston's safety, environmental compliance, and emergency management
programs. The OEHS Technician will assist University personnel in understanding
UMass Boston plans, procedures and guidelines, as well as federal, state and
local requirements; will be responsible for conducting and assisting facility
managers and supervisors with inspections and audits; will assist in the
implementation of corrective action strategies; and will provide periodic status
reports to management.

The responsibilities of the OEHS Technician will include training and outreach,
program development and compliance in the following areas: fire safety,
laboratories, offices, buildings, grounds, shops, and construction sites. Our
office also manages environmental and safety issues related to construction and
renovation and performs industrial hygiene activities including indoor air
quality assessments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or degree in a relevant scientific discipline and less than one (< 1) year of environmental health and safety work experience required or the following substitutions:
• Associate’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline and a minimum of three-five (3-5) years of environmental health and safety work experience; or
• High school diploma and a minimum of five-seven (5-7) years of environmental health and safety work experience. Specific experience with laboratory, office and facility-based populations required
• Ability to obtain a Certification in Industrial Hygiene, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager or Certified Safety Professional required.
• Occasional lifting and moving of heavy drums and other materials may be required.
• Occasional use of level C chemical protective clothing and respiratory protection will be required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other administrative databases.
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state and municipal codes and standards that pertain to typical OEHS activities found at a research institute of higher education.
• Knowledge and understanding in the use and limitations of electronic instrumentation and the interpretation of results.
• Ability to interact effectively with a broad range of constituents, in a diverse and multicultural environment.
• Ability to assess chemical hazards, containing chemical spills and following appropriate emergency response procedures.
• Ability to use respiratory protective equipment and wear Level C protective clothing.
• Ability to lift and move heavy drums, up 50 pounds.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong commitment to customer service.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the public sector and with diverse populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the campus fire safety program including building fire safety and fire extinguisher inspections, campus hot work permits, fire drills, AED inspections and maintenance.
• Assist with a wide variety of EHS services in support of research and teaching laboratories.
• Respond to indoor air quality (IAQ) concerns throughout the campus; interview occupants, inspect the area to identify the cause and take basic IAQ measurements, when appropriate; prepare a written inspection report.
• Maintain an IAQ databases including records of complaints and investigations, mold remediation and asbestos abatement project.
• Perform regular fume hood and eye wash/ safety shower inspections.
• Inspect renovation and construction sites and assist in monitoring dust and noise containment.
• Assistant other staff with Facilities maintenance worker safety programs, including Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protection, Personal Protective Equipment, Asbestos Operations and Management and Forklift safety, among others.
• Provide support/back up to other OEHS staff with receipt and transport of hazardous materials to end user; collect and transport of laboratory waste and other hazardous materials to central accumulation sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level