Safety Technician jobs in Laramie, WY

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

UW RMMC Safety Technician

JOB PURPOSE:   

The Safety Technicians assist the Hazmat Specialist and the Hazmat Supervisor with the day to day operation of the Regulated Materials Management Center.  We identify, categorize, transport and store all of the regulated materials that exist on campus.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Identifying and classifying hazardous waste

Record-keeping

Safety inspections

Chemical delivery

Facility cleaning and maintenance

Data Entry 

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:  

Crossed trained with UW Safety Technicians

COMPETENCIES:  

Collaboration with other faculty, staff and students

Communication

Safety Awareness

Consistency

Integrity

Attention to Detail

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education: Current UW student
Experience: General chemistry, biology, physics or engineering (college level preferred).
Other requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50lbs with or without accommodations
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
• Pass required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Candidate should be able to work in the summer months, academic breaks and between semesters.
• General chemistry, biology, physics and engineering (college level preferred). 
• Computer skills and/or safety / environmental background preferred. 

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.  

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/