Safety Specialist EH&S
UVM Medical Center•Burlington, VT
About The Position
The Safety Specialist is a member of the Environmental Health & Safety team and assists in all areas of environmental and occupational health and safety. Primary responsibilities include daily handling of hazardous materials and waste, emergency response to chemical spills, oversight of the EH&S PPE program, and Hazard Communications compliance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or relevant professional experience substituted for the degree requirement.
- Previous EH&S and hazardous waste work experience.
Nice To Haves
- Work experience in the healthcare industry.
Responsibilities
- Handle hazardous materials and waste daily.
- Respond to chemical spills.
- Oversee the EH&S personal protective equipment (PPE) program.
- Ensure Hazard Communications compliance.
- Assist in environmental and occupational health and safety activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
