Columbus State Community College · 5 hours ago
Safety Systems Specialist
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$23.64/hr - $23.64/hrColumbus State Community College is seeking a Safety Systems Specialist to enhance safety across its campus. The role involves planning, implementing, and maintaining safety systems and programs, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and conducting inspections to promote a safe working environment.
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Responsibilities
Provides support in testing, monitoring, and the inspection of life and safety systems. This includes: 1) fire alarms, 2) sprinkler systems, 3) fire pumps, 4) Emergency Power Supply Systems (EPSS), 5) eyewash and shower systems, 6) fume hoods, 7) elevators, 8) fire system back flow devices, 9) fire extinguishers, 10) AED’s, 11) building access/security systems and 12) all other safety systems and equipment on campus
Under guidance, performs tasks related to authorizing and ensuring safe operations where hot work and confined space permits are required
Performs visual inspections to identify safety issues that are a risk to the community and organization
Reports and escalates findings via appropriate channels to leadership
Maintains safety management systems outlined by the Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) so they meet or exceed fire and regulatory code requirements, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and accreditation standards related to occupational safety, as directed
Provides support in monitoring the campus safety, utility issues, and provides suggestions for corrective measures to enhance compliance
Audits documents weekly to identify issues or deficiencies related to life safety
Assists in minimizing risk associated with construction projects as they impact the campus community, monitors projects for safety violations, and promotes hazard and accident-free campuses by conducting periodic safety inspections
Notifies appropriate individuals of the findings
Monitors compliance in all aspects of site-specific safety planning, identifies hazards, implements control measures for maintenance activities, and traffic control techniques to safeguard workers and those passing through work zones
As directed, collects and maintains pre-employment records of new employee safety training and certifications
Manages all AHJ required training in the following areas: 1) fall protection, 2) forklift operation, 3) hazardous material spills, 4) chemical spills, 5) hazardous waste removal, and 6) crane and hoist safety
Assists with documenting employee training on the college emergency response plan
Maintains complete and accurate records for training, vendor contracts, certifications, licenses, inspections, and incident reports
Records and compiles data, updates logs, schedules required preventive maintenance, and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
Notifies appropriate resources of inspection results and submits required work orders to Facilities, as needed
Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community
Attends all required department meetings and trainings
Manages multiple assignments of varying complexity and meets timelines and deadlines, with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the department as well as federal, state, and local code requirements
Ensures the college name and image is perceived positively by external and internal stakeholders
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework and experience may qualify a candidate
Company
Columbus State Community College
Columbus State has been thriving for 50 years.
Founded in 1989
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Aletha Shipley
Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Kelly Chapman Simons, DM
Senior Vice President & Chief Academic Officer
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