Safety Technician/Security Officer

Lake-Washington-Institute-of-Technolog; Firloch (WA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

13 paid holidays

4 paid personal days

Free tuition

Job summary

Lake Washington Institute of Technology in Kirkland, WA, seeks a Safety Technician to support campus public safety operations, safety inspections, and emergency management. The role supervises security, enforces safety policies, and assists with hazard control programs.

Requires ability to respond to emergencies and lift up to 50 pounds. This is a 40-hour per week union position with benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance, paid holidays, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in using Microsoft Office software applications.
• Ability to access all areas of the campus, respond to emergencies promptly.

Responsibilities

• Enforce college safety policies and respond to emergency situations.
• Patrol buildings and parking areas; monitor for undesirable activity.
• Plan and implement safety programs for staff, students and visitors.
• Conduct and document emergency response drills; coordinate with agencies.
• Maintain safety records and reports; assist with hazard control.
• Inspect safety records, hazmat and SDS inventories for accuracy.
• Inspect parking lot usage; issue carpool passes and track violations.
• Handle hazardous waste removal and record-keeping as trained.
• Manage key issuance and core building access; maintain records.
• Attend safety meetings and support committee recommendations.

Skills

Multilingual

Valid driver’s license

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Walk 10 miles per day

Able to access all campus areas

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Located just outside of Seattle, WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in the state of Washington. LWTech offers 12 bachelor's degrees, 42 associate degrees, and 70 professional certificates in 41 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo. Learn more about LWTech's Mission, Vision, Values, and Core Themes. LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College's commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council.

Summary of Position

The Safety Technician performs routine duties related to the daily operations of the Campus Public Safety office, including but not limited to: safety inspections, security patrols, and assisting with emergency management operations, environmental health and hazard control programs. Monitor, respond to, and record conditions that relate to safety and security. Act as initial point of contact for safety and security issues. Under general supervision, inspect college facilities, equipment, and operations to ensure compliance with college, state, and federal safety standards and codes. This is an IUOE position that works under general and infrequent supervision, reporting to the Director, Campus Public Safety.

• Enforce college safety policies and respond to emergency situations and requests for security assistance
• Frequently and individually patrol buildings and parking areas to look for undesirable activity and display a security presence; lock and unlock doors as necessary
• Assist in planning and implementing safety programs for college employees, students, and visitors; advise employees and/or supervisors on requirements for complying with applicable safety codes, standards, and regulations
• Conduct and document emergency response plans, trainings, and drills; coordinate and communicate with community emergency response agencies, personnel, and college employees about fire and other emergency response activities
• Document all formal workplace safety inspections and follow up actions that relate to all facilities and equipment; work with custodial and maintenance staff and supervisors to ensure necessary corrective measures are taken in a timely manner
• Maintain records and write reports on accidents, work-related injuries and safety hazards; draft recommended college response to occupational injury and worker's compensation claims
• Inspect departmental safety records, SDS inventories, hazmat records, and other locally kept safety information for accuracy and completeness
• Conduct compliance inspections for parking lot usage; issue and track carpool passes for eligible individuals; track violations using computer software; provide management with information when towing is warranted
• As trained, conduct proper removal, disposal, and record-keeping for hazardous waste generated by college programs
• Cut and issue college keys from code or available copy; build cores for new locks; perform upkeep of software-based records system for key issuance
• Log lost and found items; maintain all security items; distribute found items back to rightful owners and track all returns; ensure proper disposal of unclaimed items
• Attend safety meetings and communicate with staff as needed to facilitate committee recommendations
• Other related duties as assigned

• Minimum high school education or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred Demonstrated experience in using Microsoft Office software applications required
• Previous experience in safety or security work preferred
• Possess valid Washington state drivers' license Valid 1st Aid/CPR/AED certification
• Ability to access all areas of the campus, respond to emergencies promptly, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk at least 10 miles per day or 50 miles per week
• Due to the diversity of the college population, we encourage applicants who are multilingual

Compensation & Work Schedule

This is a 40 hour per week position. This is a union covered position.

As defined by the current classified bargained agreement, newly hired employees shall be placed between Step 1 $4,775 and Step 5 $5,068 of the salary schedule in Appendix A of the IUOE Bargaining Agreement. Ongoing (Step 6- Step 11) step advancement is defined by the IUOE bargained agreement.

Salary placement for current IUOE employees is per the IUOE bargained agreement.

The IUOE Bargained Agreement and Appendix can be found here.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and other insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board, State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave accrues upon employment and vacation accrues at 12 days (up to 23 days) per year. We also offer 13 paid holidays effective upon employment and 4 paid personal days after successful completion of the probation period. Full time, classified employees have access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition, reduced childcare costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech, please visit lwtech.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/

Required Online Application Materials

• Online application
• Current resume
• Cover letter
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process

Conditions of Employment

• Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
• Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.

Disability Accommodation

• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Eligibility to Work

In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. LWTech does not currently sponsor HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment.

Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding the College's Affimative Action Policy may be directed to the Meena Park, Vice President of Human Resources, Affimative Action Office/Title IX Coordinator, [phone].

Jeanne Clery Statement

Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. LWTech’s Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online at www.lwtech.edu/about/campus-safety/