PT Safety Specialist, SHERM

PT Safety Specialist, SHERM

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Job Functions

• Assist the Director, SHERM to conduct inspections of campus laboratories and facilities, evaluating work areas and practices for proper safety controls
• Assist the Director, SHERM to develop and provide safety trainings for faculty and staff, including hazard communication, general safety, materials handling; create customized training for unique hazardous operations
• Assist the Director, SHERM with coordination of the hazardous waste/materials management program
• Assist the Director, SHERM with using Campus Optics software to maintain and manage safety equipment like safety showers and eyewashes, chemical fume hoods, biological safety cabinets, and AEDs

Additional Job Functions:

• Investigate incidents and accidents.
• Represent the College in any trainings, meetings or public outreach efforts.

REQUIRED/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have knowledge of health and safety standards
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software products.
• Must be able to work safely in an environment containing hazardous chemicals using personal protective equipment/safety measures
• Must have ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals and maintain good working relationships across the College.
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be able to travel to various site locations

Education and Experience:

Required Education:

• Currently enrolled in an associate degree program or higher in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational/ Environmental Health and Safety, or Related Science.

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational/ Environmental Health and Safety, or Related Science.

Preferred Experience:

• Previous experience in safety, industrial hygiene, emergency management, or related field.

Licenses/Certifications:

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Texas DL with Class C Endorsement.

Preferred Licenses/Certifications:

• Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP)