Hazardous Materials Specialist - Part-Time

Brigham Young University; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Tuition benefits after two years

Free on-campus parking

Access to campus resources

Job summary

Brigham Young University in Provo, UT seeks a part-time Hazardous Materials Specialist to support daily hazardous materials operations, focusing on safe and compliant waste management. The role involves collecting and preparing waste, supervising student workers, and responding to spills.

Training provided, with competitive pay in the $22.50–$29.25 per hour range. BYU offers strong benefits and campus resources.

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant education or work experience.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and use mechanical equipment.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Collect, characterize, consolidate, and prepare hazardous waste for proper disposal.
• Identify unknown materials and provide guidance on safe chemical handling and storage.
• Conduct chemical inventory and storage audits, cleanouts, and surplus operations.
• Supervise and train student employees and manage daily work assignments.
• Respond to hazardous material spills as part of the campus Chemical Spill Response Team.
• Maintain spill response equipment, supplies, and readiness.

Skills

Hazardous materials knowledge

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Dependability

Education

Two years of relevant education or experience

Job description

Brigham Young University in Provo, UT seeks a part-time Hazardous Materials Specialist to support daily hazardous materials operations, focusing on safe and compliant waste management. The role involves collecting and preparing waste, supervising student workers, and responding to spills.

Training provided, with competitive pay in the $22.50–$29.25 per hour range. BYU offers strong benefits and campus resources.