Industrial Worker Safety Technician
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Job Info

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Description
Industrial Worker Safety TechnicianThis is an entry-level position for a safety technician in Environmental Health & Safety.Under the direction of the IWS Supervisor review, evaluate, and conduct analysis of work environments and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical, and biological agents or ergonomic factors. Conducts routine inspections utilizing checklists whose criteria adhere to laws and regulations governing the health and safety of individuals. The position may provide industrial/worker safety support to the UT Institute of Agriculture (UTIA), College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), UT Space Institute (UTSI), and Graduate School of Medicine (GSM/UTMCK) per memorandums of service support agreements

Qualifications
Job Duties

Assist IWS Supervisor or IWS Safety Specialist with air monitoring, noise monitoring and record keepingSet up of Respiratory fit test equipment and assist in testing.Assist in work site evaluation regarding LOTO, Confined Space, and other hazardsAssist in Forklift trainingAssist in calibration of monitoring equipmentOther duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Required to have a high diploma or GED and one year of work experience. Associates degree or equivalent course work hours may be substituted for work experience.Must be able to walk, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs and lift/carry containers weighing up to 50 lbs.Ability to work independentlyBasic knowledge of MS Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

Vocational training, technical training or verifiable on-the-job training

The successful candidates must pass a drug test and background checkApplications will be reviewed until the position is filled.Primary Location: US-Tennessee-KnoxvilleDepartment: Environmental Health and SafetySchedule:  Full-time (M-F)

Job: Other Tech/Para-Professional
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Environmental Health & Safety
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: May 26, 2022, 1:17:00 PM

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