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Job Description

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the HMM Technical Operations Supervisor, Principal Technicians serve as lead technicians for HMM and are responsible for performing all technician duties, assigning work schedules, and providing guidance to less experienced technicians. A thorough understanding of the regulations governing hazardous waste transportation and disposal is required.

Deoartment Description:

The Office of Environment, Health and Safety (EH&S) is responsible for promoting environmental stewardship and a safe workplace at UCSF while helping to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to occupational safety and the environment. Hazardous Materials Management (HMM) within EH&S provides the following services to UCSF:

• Hazardous chemical waste collection and disposal

• Medical waste collection and disposal

• Receipt of radioactive material

• Radioactive waste collection and disposal

• Controlled substance receipt and disposal

• Radioactive contamination monitoring

• Calibration of radiation survey meters

• Emergency shower and eyewash testing

• Fume hood testing

• Support services for patients receiving radiation therapies

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: - Graduation from high school or General Education Diploma (GED) and four years of experience in an environmental health and safety program, or two years of college including appropriate science courses and three years of experience in an environmental health and safety program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position - At least two years of experience managing hazardous waste. - Current 24 hour HAZWOPER certification - DOT Hazmat employee training within the last 3 years - Strong working knowledge of chemical, radioactive and biological hazards including best practices for handling hazardous substances. Ability to assess hazards and determine proper storage and handling procedures. - Knowledge of the regulatory requirements governing storage, transportation, disposal, and recordkeeping for hazardous, radioactive, medical, and controlled substance waste. - Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills including use of computer for email, word processing, and recordkeeping. - Possession of a California Driver’s license with a good driving record is required. - Ability to lift at least 50 lbs is required; wear appropriate personal protective clothing, including a full-face respirator; position requires, pushing, pulling, bending stooping, twisting; Ability to work in areas with wide temperature ranges; Ability to work in laboratory and waste processing environments. - This is a 'critical' position; fingerprinting and a background check are required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor’s Degree preferred