Hazardous Materials Technician I

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle is hiring for a laboratory hazardous waste technician responsible for daily collection and processing of hazardous wastes, maintaining inventory, and supporting safety audits. The role requires an associate degree or equivalent experience, with preferred chemistry/biology background and relevant certifications.

Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field or a high school diploma with 3+ years progressive experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor's in chemistry, biology or related field with lab experience.
• Current RCRA, DOT and 24 hour HAZWOPER certifications.

Responsibilities

• Collect chemical and radioactive waste daily.
• Segregate waste into hazard classes and package for off-site disposal.
• Monitor and rotate radioactive waste for decay; survey and dispose of radioactive waste.
• Check chemicals into inventory database daily; rinse and dispose of empty bottles.
• Conduct laboratory safety audits and hazardous waste compliance inspections.
• Maintain hazardous waste storage facility and inventory; replenish spill supplies.
• Respond to chemical spills as required.
• Maintain first aid kits as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hazardous waste handling

Laboratory safety

Physical stamina

Inventory/documentation

Education

Associate degree in technical field

High school diploma + 3 years experience

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/biology

Tools

RCRA certification

DOT certification

HAZWOPER certification

Hazardous waste inventory database

Job description

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

Performs daily collection and processing of laboratory hazardous wastes and daily maintenance of hazardous chemical inventory database. Assists with the lab safety audit and fire and life safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Collect chemical and radioactive waste on a daily basis.
• Segregate waste into hazard classes and package for off-site disposal.
• Monitor and rotate radioactive waste for decay. Survey and dispose of radioactive waste.
• Check chemicals into an inventory database daily. Rinse, dispose and delete empty bottles from inventory.
• Conduct laboratory safety audits and hazardous waste compliance inspections.
• Maintain hazardous waste storage facility and inventory of hazardous waste and spill supplies.
• Respond to chemical spills as required.
• Maintain first aid kits as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in a technical field directly related to the position or a high school diploma and a minimum of 3 years of progressive experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology or closely related scientific field with college level laboratory experience.
• Current RCRA, DOT and 24 hour HAZWOPER certifications.
• Ability to lift 50 pound / 5 gallon carboys and move 55 gallon drums using a drum dolly.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment including respirators.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $28.36 to $40.37 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

Additional Information

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at [e-mail] or by calling 206-667-4700.