Occupational Health & Safety Technician/Specialist

State of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

48d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about creating safer workplaces and making a real impact? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy working with people? If so, UVA Facilities Management wants YOU on our Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) team! We're looking for multiple dedicated, proactive, and collaborative safety professionals to join us as either Technicians or Specialists, depending on your experience and qualifications. This is your chance to be part of a team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and community service.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
At least two years of experience in occupational safety and health, 3-5 years preferred.
A valid driver's license with a zero or positive points balance and at least 2 years of driving history.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state occupational health and safety regulations and guidelines.
Demonstrated ability to conduct inspections and identify unsafe work practices or conditions and make recommendations.
Demonstrated use of computer programs such as, Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Ability to communicate effectively and interact with people of diverse backgrounds.
Bachelor's degree in related field. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirement.
At least four years of experience in occupational safety and health, 5-7 years preferred.
Knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety regulations and guidelines.
Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written media.
Demonstrated time management skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse academic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of FM staff.
Balance competing priorities in a fast-paced and changing environment.
Handle sensitive matters and situations.
Remain calm under high pressure/difficult situations.
Able to analyze information and use it effectively to solve problems.
Ability to perform duties while wearing required respiratory equipment (must pass required medical exam); must be able to crawl, bend, climb ladders, lift approximately 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

Conduct workplace inspections for safe work environment and report findings.
Continually assist with improving existing safety and health programs and training and their effective implementation.
Monitor facilities and processes for compliance and interpret and implement applicable occupational health and safety regulations and guidelines as published by OSHA, ANSI, NIOSH, ACGIH, etc.
Maintain current knowledge on existing and pending legislation related to safety policies and procedures and be informed on industry trends and innovations.
Work collaboratively with FM personnel to come up with feasible abatement for health and safety hazards.
Act as a resource during toolbox talks and during and after safety committee meetings.
Attend and participate in health and safety training sessions and education opportunities as required by the OHS Manager.
Track and manage data.
Lead and assist with incident investigations to determine causes and devise preventive measures, facilitating in a positive and supportive manner.
Develop SOPs as needed to provide procedures for tasks conducted, to include creating spreadsheets for data tracking purposes.
Develop and implement safety training under direction of the OHS Manager and in collaboration with the Occupational Training team.
Assist with review and development of safety and health programs for alignment with regulations, standards, and codes.