Hazmat/Safety Technician

PURVIS • Newport, RI

11d

About The Position

PURVIS Systems is a technology solutions partner that develops, implements and maintains mission-critical solutions for federal and local governments. PURVIS Systems is seeking an individual to support various tasking associated with the HAZMAT material and Safety team supporting the U.S. Naval Array Technical Support Center.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, Trade School or equivalent.
• Excellent attention to detail skills, strong multi-tasker.
• Excellent computer schools.
• Prior work experience in a production-type environment.
• Possess good communication and documentation skills, disciplined, self-motivated work ethic; and the ability to thrive within a team environment.
• Individual must have or be able to obtain a government security clearance at the SECRET level.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with hazardous material is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Routine floor inspections, which involves observing the work area for safety hazards; ensuring personnel are wearing the correct PPE and attire; ensuring adherence to safety standards; and maintaining compliance within the work area.
• Hazard Materials - maintaining status records of all hazardous material; completing hazardous waste forms to request weekly waste removal; maintaining the authorized use list for the program and maintain list of materials; work with the purchasing department to ensure required materials are available and compliant; maintain compliance with Satellite Accumulation areas; maintain the Safety Data Sheets for all hazardous material on hand.
• Safety - Participate in routine safety inspections with government personnel. Maintain job hazard assessments or work permits for hazardous processes

Benefits

• PURVIS has been committed to sustainable growth since our inception in 1973, striving for continual improvement without ever losing sight of our core values: transparency, integrity, and teamwork.
• We provide the tools and path for each employee to be successful – and in return, ask you to play a pivotal role in helping your peers and clients be successful, providing top-notch teamwork and service.
• Peace of Mind at PURVIS means knowing your work provides immeasurable value to our team, our partners and our clients.
• The PURVIS Team values the health and financial security of every employee.
• This is why we have chosen to offer all full‐time employees a comprehensive package of group benefit programs with enrollment options intended to offer flexibility – in both plan selection and level of coverage to maximize the value of your benefits as cost effective and affordable without compromising quality.
• PURVIS values the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees