Chemical Safety Specialist – Lab Compliance & Training

University of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

University of Central Florida is seeking a Safety Specialist I to help provide chemical safety services to the UCF community. The role requires occasional after-hours adjustment for training, vendor appointments, and incident response.

Expect on-site work with a regular M-F schedule in Orlando, FL. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma with 2+ years of related experience, and a bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in chemistry, biochemistry, environmental studies, industrial hygiene, safety, engineering, or related field.
• 4 years of experience in a laboratory research or safety compliance program (preferred).
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to identify unsafe working conditions through on-site inspections.
• Knowledge of routine laboratory operations, chemical nomenclature, and chemical properties.
• Knowledge of hazard communication and chemical inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data entry, vendor and catalog information, verification and reconciliation of chemical inventory in campus laboratories, shops, studios and service areas.
• Assist with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) file management (paper and electronic).
• Perform compliance inspections related to safety and hazardous material storage and use; prepare reports; monitor corrective action dates; and follow-up with supervisors and departments.
• Assist in providing chemical safety guidance and training to the university community.
• Perform surveying/sampling activities for potentially contaminated areas; assist in response to investigation and follow-up on incidents.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Hazard awareness

Laboratory safety

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, environmental studies, industrial hygiene, safety, engineering, or related field

Job description

University of Central Florida is seeking a Safety Specialist I to help provide chemical safety services to the UCF community. The role requires occasional after-hours adjustment for training, vendor appointments, and incident response.

Expect on-site work with a regular M-F schedule in Orlando, FL. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma with 2+ years of related experience, and a bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.