Safety Technician - Tempe, United States - Arizona State University

Description

Safety Technician

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Campus: Tempe

Safety Technician

Job Description

Under general direction, assists with a wide range of routine assignments in several specialty areas involving radiation and laser safety. The nature of the work involves data collection, field work, research and training.

Job Family

Environmental Health/Safety

Department Name

EHS Safety Support Services

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

EVP BUSINESS & FINANCE

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$50, - $56, per year; DOE

Close Date

27-June-

Category

02

Essential Duties

Assists with and may coordinate site visits audits, consultations, inspections) of university areas that utilize lasers, radioactive materials or radiation-producing equipment to ensure compliance with federal, state, local regulations, codes, and university requirements. Uses a checklist as assigned to identify problems associated with the handling of lasers, radioactive materials and radiation-producing equipment. May conduct measurements with supplied equipment and training, and provides the data for required reports for tracking, decision-making and/or to satisfy compliance requirements. Works with the department to communicate to customers on radiation and laser safety related matters. Provides data to support compliance activities and to ensure radiation and laser safety programs are implemented and assists with implementing changes. May perform routine and frequent labor-intensive tasks. Assists with on- and off-site handling, storage, packaging transport and/or disposal of radioactive materials. May handle radioactive materials and use specialized equipment for radiation detection. May assist in maintaining inventory and storage of radioactive materials and lasers. Assists project teams with special studies to recommend solutions or alternatives. Assists with developing training and workshop for staff in the use of data processing and management tools. Maintains department databases keeping information current using various information systems or user specific software. May assist with routine office functions including: answering phones and transferring calls, organizing data/files and filing documents, ordering supplies and maintaining inventories. May assist with processing training records and inspection results and creating and updating documents to comply with ASU brand and marketing standards. Works as a member of project team supporting the development or facilitation of high impact training materials and participates in logistics, planning, and communication. Completes onsite data collection checklists for sample analysis and equipment readings. Calibrates and maintains monitoring equipment as assigned. May serve as a member of department emergency response team and participates in emergency drills and actual emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in a science or technical field directly related to the position and two years related experience; or High School diploma with a minimum of 4 years science or technical experience; Or, any equivalent combination of experience or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

Working Environment

Department Statement

The Environmental Health and Safety Department works with the research and administrative communities to develop sound, cost effective solutions to the challenges associated with the development of compliance strategies and good practices. For more information about the Department of Environmental Health and Safety, please visit our website at: ASU offers tuition waivers (to include yourself, spouse, dependents), paid vacations and holidays, excellent benefits package, employee training, and development opportunities to prepare you for the challenges ahead. The position is located at the University Services Building, S. Rural Road, Tempe, Arizona and provides support to all four ASU campuses. ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, professional licenses, Department of Motor Vehicle, and certifications.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than , students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.

Please include all employment information in month/year format 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of equivalent combination in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelors degree is equal to four years of experience.

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