• Hazardous Mat Specialist I

    University of Florida (Gainesville, FL)


    Hazardous Mat Specialist I

     

    Work type: Staff Full-Time

     

    Categories: Veteran's Preference Eligible, Environmental/Occupational Safety

     

    Department: 71010000 - EHS-ENVR - HLTH - SAFETY-ADMIN

    Classification Title:

    Hazardous Materials Specialist I

    Job Description:

    Collects, processes and prepares University of Florida Radioactive and Chemical Waste for shipment and disposal

     

    Performs tasks related to insuring facility and institutional compliance with permits, licenses and Federal, State and Local regulations

     

    Collects and analyses samples for chemical and radioactive materials

     

    Maintains records in accordance with federal, state and local regulations

     

    Performs inspections as assigned

     

    Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of facilities and equipment

     

    Responds to chemical spills

     

    Work hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

     

    A criminal background and post-offer health assessment will be conducted

     

    Drives a state vehicle that requires a Valid Driver License.

    Expected Salary:

    $23.00-$24.00/ hour based on education and experience

    Minimum Requirements:

    A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one (1) year of appropriate experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    EDUCATION & TRAINNG:

    + A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization.

    EXPERIENCE:

    + One or more years of experience working in the area of chemical and/or radioactive waste management

    KNOWLEDGE:

    + Working knowledge of chemistry

    + Knowledge of regulations pertaining to chemical and radioactive waste management

    + Knowledge of hazardous materials shipping regulations and hazardous materials emergency response procedures.- Understanding of basic principles of radioactivity and radiation protection technology.

    ABILITIES:

    + Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations and policies

    + Ability to work independently

    + Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments

    + Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

    PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

    + Ability to do physical labor

    + Ability to wear a full face air purifying respirator

    + Ability to distinguish colors

    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    Please attach the following:

    + Cover Letter

    + Resume

     

    This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See ourVeteran's Preference Page (https://jobs.ufl.edu/applicant-resources/veterans/) for more specific information.

     

    Health Assessment Required:Yes

     

    Advertised: 23 Dec 2025 Eastern Standard Time

     

    Applications close: 06 Jan 2026 Eastern Standard Time