Hazardous Mat Specialist I

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

3d • $23 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves collecting, processing, and preparing University of Florida Radioactive and Chemical Waste for shipment and disposal. The specialist will perform tasks to ensure facility and institutional compliance with permits, licenses, and Federal, State, and Local regulations. Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing samples for chemical and radioactive materials, maintaining records, performing inspections, routine cleaning and maintenance of facilities and equipment, and responding to chemical spills. A criminal background check and post-offer health assessment will be conducted. The role requires driving a state vehicle, necessitating a valid driver's license.

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

• A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization.
• One or more years of experience working in the area of chemical and/or radioactive waste management
• 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.
• 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
• 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

What This Job Offers

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