University of Nebraska-Lincoln · 11 hours ago
EHS Technician
Nebraska, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a leading employer in Nebraska dedicated to fostering a supportive work environment. The EHS Technician role involves managing hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and conducting inspections and audits within laboratory environments.
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Responsibilities
Collect and transport hazardous and non-hazardous waste to designated accumulation areas
Review Hazardous Materials Collection Tags for accuracy, assign DOT and waste codes, and document rationale for waste classifications
Separate waste by chemical compatibility, ensure appropriate secondary containment with inspectable conditions, and label containers according to regulatory requirements and established procedures
Conduct quarterly inspections and contamination surveys of radioactive waste storage areas
Perform waste sampling, consolidation, and packaging in preparation for compliant off-site shipments
Assist with the review and validation of shipping documentation and billing statements
Conduct audits of waste and laboratory environments to evaluate compliance with regulations and best practices
Identify and document laboratory chemical hazards and supply signage
Perform data entry and maintain records associated with hazardous waste, audits, and inspections
Support programmatic functions such as dosimetry, instrument calibrations, radioactive material inventories, leak testing, targeted audits, and sampling
Assist with spill response and clean-up
Draft procedural documents and correspondence, and support and/or generate reports from the departmental database
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in environmental science, natural science, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, fire safety, other related field, or equivalent experience
Good verbal and written communication skills
Strong recordkeeping abilities
Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
Ability to follow written procedures and regulatory guidelines accurately
Proficient with basic computer applications, including data entry, document creation, and database navigation
Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including respirators
Ability to lift and transport materials using appropriate safety equipment
Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirements
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, natural science, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, fire safety, or other related field
2+ years of experience working in environmental health and safety, hazardous materials handling, health physics, laboratory environment, industrial hygiene, fire safety, waste management, or a closely related area
Understanding of the physical properties and hazards of chemicals and ionizing radiation
Knowledge of environmental, health, and safety regulations such as EPA, DOT, OSHA, and/or ionizing and/or non-ionizing radiation regulations and standards
General knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to accumulation, storage, transport, and disposal of regulated wastes and ionizing radiation and/or health physics
Benefits
Vacation
Sick, and holiday pay
A variety of insurance options
Retirement plans
Numerous others
Company
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln was chartered as a land-grant university on February 15, 1869, to create opportunity for the state of Nebraska.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
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HR Business Partner
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Human Resources Business Partner
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