Hazardous Mat Specialist I
About The Position
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. Expected Salary: $23.00-$24.00/ hour based on education and experience
Requirements
- 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.
- Valid Driver License
Nice To Haves
- EDUCATION & TRAINNG: A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization.
- EXPERIENCE: One or more years of experience working in the area of chemical and/or radioactive waste management
- KNOWLEDGE: 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.
- ABILITIES: 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
- PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to do physical labor
- Ability to wear a full face air purifying respirator
- Ability to distinguish colors
Responsibilities
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
