Senior Safety Technician

EDUCATION

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred: Associate's Degree Science related field, fire protection or safety related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required: 3 years Experience in environmental, health and/or safety programs.

Preferred: Hazardous and radioactive materials experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required: TDL - Texas Drivers License Class A, B or C valid Texas driver's license depending on the type and weight of vehicle to be operated and number of passengers to be carried and eligible to drive State and institutional vehicles. Upon Hire

Preferred: Hazardous Materials Handling Certification for HM-181, HM-215-A and HM-126-F from the Department of Transportation (DOT) Upon Hire

Preferred: Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) General Site Worker class from Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Upon Hire

Preferred: Mold Assessment Consultant by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire

Preferred: Mold Assessment Technician by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire

Licensed Registered Accessibility Specialist by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Upon Hire

Preferred: Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

Preferred: Certified Fire Inspector I (CFI) by National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Upon Hire

Preferred: Certified Fire Plan Examiner by National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Upon Hire

Preferred: National Registry of Radiation Protection Technician (NRPPT) by the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technicians (NRRPT). Upon Hire

Preferred: Certified Safety and Health Official by OSHA Training Institute. Upon Hire

Preferred: Certified Accessibility Inspector / Plans Examiner by International Code Council (ICC). Upon Hire

Preferred: Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST) by the Council on Certification of Health, Environmental and Safety Technologists. Upon Hire

Preferred: Certified Hazardous Materials Practioner (CHMP) by the Institute of Hazardous Material Management (IHMM). Upon Hire

Preferred: Class D Water Operators License by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html