SafetyEnvironmental Technician, Nf

What to Expect

• Responsible for assisting the Safety / Environmental Officer in developing implementing and maintaining a risk management program that includes but not limited to: Asbestos Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) Electrical Safety Ergonomics Fall Protection Fire Safety Hazardous Materials Hearing Conservations Industrial Hygiene Lock Out/Tag Out Occupational Health and Safety and Respirator Protection.

• Have Knowledge of a wide range of safety and occupational health concepts principles and practices laws and regulations applicable to the performance of complex administrative responsibilities which requires the planning organizing directing operating and evaluation of a safety and occupational health program.

• Independently conducts safety inspections in MCCS facilities and playgrounds at special event sites on gas/electric powered equipment tools fire extinguishers eyewash stations; making recommendations for immediate corrective action when employee/patron safety is compromised. This includes writing coordinating implementing directives recommending appropriate remedies and procedures training or use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Prepare and submit for review written inspection results of all detected hazards and recommended corrective actions.

• Performs a variety of functions in support of the organizations environmental program by assisting in the proper identification containing labeling storage and disposal of a variety of hazardous materials (HazMat) based on applicable federal state and local regulations.

• Performs site inspections at hazardous material storage transport or operational facilities where the problems typically are easy to identify and conventional in nature. Evaluates work practices determines compliance with applicable laws and regulations and recommends changes to control or eliminate potential or existing hazards or violations.

• Reviews and validates hazardous material and waste turn-in documents for accuracy and submission to Installation Resource Conservation and Recovery. Plans and carries out the procedures to complete the work and handles problems in accordance with established policies applicable precedents and previous training.

• The work involves regular and recurring exposure to moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions (e.g. working at a storage disposal or spill site where there is risk of exposure to pesticides hazardous chemicals radioactive materials or other pollutants). The safety/environmental technician must use protective clothing and/or gear.

• Work requires standing walking bending and lifting and may be required to work in extreme environmental conditions. Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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EVALUATIONS:

What are we looking for

• Must have 3 years experience that demonstrates knowledge of classification storage and disposal of hazardous materials.

• Must be familiar with OSHA and EPA regulations.

• Must have good oral and writing skills.

• Must possess excellent customer service skills and knowledge of general clerical methods and techniques.

• Skill to prepare documentation and presentations in a proper format in accordance with naval correspondence.

• Ability to operate a personal computer and use various software to create and generate reports.

• Must be proficient in ESAMS AFSAS/RMI or become proficient within two years.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.