Semiconductor Gas/Chemical Operations Specialist

Arizona State University; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Tuition reduction

Parental leave

Benefits package

Retirement program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Arizona State University seeks a Safety Specialist 2 to identify safety improvements, conduct trainings, and provide routine consultation to ensure operations meet federal, state, and local requirements. The role involves hazardous materials operations, gas systems, and life safety support at ASU facilities, with reporting to the Hazmat Supervisor.

Located at the ASU Research Park and Tempe campuses, the position requires working rotating shifts and being available for emergency response as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience or equivalent training.
• Experience with hazardous materials handling in semiconductor or similar settings.
• Knowledge of gas monitoring and life safety systems.
• On-call alarm response operations and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections and maintenance of hazardous areas and gas systems.
• Manage chemical inventory, deliveries, and waste disposal per regulations.
• Maintain records, LO/TO procedures, and SWP program documentation.
• Coordinate TGMS operations and interfacing with Fire Alarm systems.
• Provide training and safety guidance to staff and students as needed.
• Respond to alarms and participate in emergency response planning.

Skills

Hazardous materials handling

Gas monitoring

On-call / alarm response

Safety program compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Profile

Safety Specialist 2

Job Family

Environmental Health and Safety

Time Type

Full time

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary

Identifies opportunities to address safety issues, conducts safety training, and provides routine consultation completes safety tasks to ensure operations are performed safely and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and standards. Participates in emergency response activities.

Job Description

Facilities Development and Management, Facilities Management Knowledge Enterprise (KE) Facilities Services, Macro Technology Works (MTW), seeks a position in a Semiconductor role as a Gas/Chemical/LSS Hazmat Technician Specialists to conduct facility and equipment hazardous materials operations related to gas, chemicals and life safety systems. This position will report to the Hazmat Supervisor and will be expected to work independently and within the MTW team.

This position will be located at the ASU Research Park in Tempe, AZ; travel between campuses will be required to service gases and chemicals at different ASU facilities.

Essential Duties

• Perform daily inspections and maintenance of hazardous waste areas, bulk gas system, gas cabinets, gas wall panels and valve manifold boxes (VMB's) for abnormal conditions and identifies, localizes and documents alarms / abnormal conditions in site reporting system or communicate with appropriate parties.
• Complete Chemical Inventory and Product Acceptance. Forecasts usage requirement for lab/fab research chemicals. Receive hazardous materials deliveries daily as needed.
• Recommend component and system improvements that are consistent with current technology Review gas / chemical system upgrades, installations, recommending improvements and solutions to problems at the discretion of the supervisor.
• Collect, transport, segregate, accumulate, install, test and perform initial safety and quality checks and disposal of hazardous waste, gases, and chemicals for ASU Knowledge Enterprise departments and various facility tenants.
• Determine proper disposal based on hazard classes and compatibility of chemicals, packages documents and labels waste for shipment to appropriate disposal facilities pursuant to disposal facility, state and federal requirements.
• Maintain accumulation of facility records and database on all accumulated gases, chemicals, and hazardous waste streams, and schedule hazardous materials/waste collection, handling, and shipping for Macro technology campus location.
• Ensure that the Safety Work Permit (SWP) program is followed and, properly notifying the appropriate parties in accordance with OSHA LO/TO.
• Maintain logs and records of SWPs issued. Assist in the identification of all valves requiring LO/TO. Perform LO/TO on all valves of gas cabinets, inert gas panels, and the fabs point of connection for all gases.
• Perform operational sustaining maintenance to all Toxic Gas Monitoring Systems (TGMS). Coordinate and schedule all required outside service on the site TGMS. Retain overall management of the TGMS to include accurate cataloging of points/location and building Fire Alarm System programming interfaces with TGMS.
• Generate and maintain appropriate documentation and record keeping meeting environmental regulations for the Specialty Gas, Chemical, and Life Safety Systems
• Advise faculty, staff, and students regarding proper waste management techniques and provide recommendations for appropriate action.
• Act as a contributing member of the site emergency response team. Provide input for planning for and responding to chemical and gas emergencies and supports the Site Emergency Response Team at the first responder awareness or operational levels.
• Remain current with required safety training and attend training as scheduled. Additionally, presents educational or training sessions to faculty, staff, and tenants regarding hazardous materials and waste management handling techniques.
• Conduct hazard assessments and safety reviews for resolutions to avoid potential problems under the direction of the supervisor. Order and verify PPE for proper function replaces as needed and works directly with ASU EHS for chemical, gas and waste streams.
• Participate in the on-call rotation for site call out alarms or faults with all gas/chemical/LSS related events. Respond to all building alarms related to gas, chemical, and life safety systems that are within this scope: 24/7 with a 1-hour response time.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
• Ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or be subject to the resolution of hazardous materials incidents.

This position requires working a rotating shift between 6:00AM –11:00PM Monday thru Friday and may be called in for emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays

Position Salary Range

$75,000 to 85,000 per year, commensurate experience and education. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona

Experience

Desired Qualifications

• in handling chemicals, hazardous gases, and hazardous waste in the semiconductor environment or comparable environment, for at least 1 year
• gas monitoring, and fire alarm systems.
• developing Standard Operating Procedures/design reviews.
• On call/alarm response operations

Evidence Of Certificates Or Up-to-date Training In Any Of The Following a Plus, But Will Be Provided To The Right Candidate

• Forklift
• Respirator
• 40-hour HazWoper
• RCRA
• LOTO, Lock out tag out
• PPE selection/Use
• FGM/TGM maintenance/operation/repair
• ASU Lab Safety, Fire Safety, hazardous waste handling, and shipping.
• Compressed Gas training

Working Environment

Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting, subject to periods of sitting, keyboarding, and operating a computer; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Frequent bending, reaching, lifting (50 pounds), working in a hazardous environment while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including an Air Purifying Respirator (APR) or supplied air. Drives university vehicles.

What’s in it for you?

• 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.
• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one. For more information visit https://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
• Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. More information available at https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits
• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Paid time for volunteer and professional development
• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
• Disability and leave program for income protection
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
• ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

This position is located in Facilities Management on the MacroTechnology Works site, 7700 S. River Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85284.

This position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39-month period from date of hire.

Must pass pre-employment exam post offer of employment to include audiogram, respiratory clearance questionnaire and respiratory fit test.

This position does require working nights and/or weekends, after hours and holidays.

Must possess fork lift certification, or be able to obtain, within six months of employment.

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of all background, including fingerprint checks.

Driving Requirement

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:

Off-Campus: Mesa/Tempe

Funding

No Federal Funding

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco‑free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

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ASU’s comprehensive benefits package is a key part of your total compensation. Visit the ASU Compensation Estimator

Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.