Physical Environment Safety Technician (Full-time, Monday - Friday 6:30am-3:00pm)

Washington Regional Medical System•Fayetteville, AR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Environment Safety Technician reports to the Physical Environment Manager and is responsible for identifying and addressing workplace safety hazards, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and implementing measures to prevent incidents and injuries. The role performs safety-related checks and tests on facilities and equipment throughout the year and identifies repairs or replacements needed to keep the physical environment safe and secure for people and assets. The position is based at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with a day shift and travel of up to 25%. The work is approximately 70% walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 pounds during building and safety assessments, and 30% sitting in a standard office environment. The employee may be exposed to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Active driver’s license and auto insurance.
At least 3 years of experience in a maintenance-related field and healthcare experience.
OSHA 10-Hour Training Certification and FEMA Independent Study Courses IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800, required within 12 months.
Strong understanding of safety regulations and standards.
Ability to identify, assess, and control hazards.
Proficiency in conducting inspections and audits.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Technical skills related to environmental monitoring and safety equipment.
Proficiency using software and computer systems for record-keeping and data analysis.
Ability to interpret data and report findings effectively.
Knowledge of relevant safety and environmental standards and regulations.
Experience investigating incidents and implementing corrective actions.
Ability to walk while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 pounds; the role may involve exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30-Hour training certificate.
HAZWOPER 40-hour training certificate.
HERT Instructor qualification.
ICS 300/400 training.
Experience with process improvement, regulatory/accreditation programs, data management and analysis, including graphic development and presentations.

Responsibilities

Identify potential environmental, health, and safety hazards in the workplace and conduct risk assessments to evaluate and mitigate risks.
Plan and perform regular facilities, equipment, and procedure inspections to identify and mitigate hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and company policies.
Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-miss events to determine root causes and implement corrective and preventative measures as needed.
Develop and deliver safety training programs in partnership with the Physical Environment Manager and communicate safety information effectively.
Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, investigations, and other safety-related activities.
Ensure compliance with relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations and standards.
Set up, calibrate, and maintain safety equipment, such as environmental monitors, to ensure accurate data collection.
Assist in developing and implementing emergency response plans and procedures.
Assist in developing and implementing PSM programs to prevent catastrophic incidents in hazardous processes.
Monitor air, water, and other environmental parameters to ensure regulatory compliance and prevent contamination.
Facilitate and perform safety-related physical environment and equipment checks and tests throughout the year, including preventive maintenance and checks of fire alarms, fire extinguishers, water systems, and elevators.
Assist with and participate in disaster preparedness drills.