The Construction & Renovation Services Department within the University of Virginia’s Facilities Management has an exciting opportunity for a candidate seeking a career in Facilities Management. We have an opening for an Environmental Remediation Technician position, where the selected candidate will be trained to remove asbestos and lead from a wide variety of surfaces on a smaller scale. The incumbent provides installation of a wide variety if insulation in renovation and new construction. Individuals must maintain compliance with all policies and procedures to include EPA, NIOSH and OSHA and University requirements. Successful candidates are required to complete and pass the annual Respirator Fit Test. Candidates must be mechanically inclined with the ability to operate hand tools. This position requires the ability to work altering shifts. The Environmental Remediation Technician position requires good written and verbal communication skills.
Duties Include:
Remove asbestos and lead from a wide variety of surfaces.
Install a wide variety of insulation in renovation and new construction.
Required Qualifications
Valid Driver’s License
Must have good written and verbal communication skills
Must be mechanically inclined with the ability to operate hand tool
Ability to follow through with required safety and licensure screening requirements. Ability to obtain DPOR Asbestos License within 60 days.
Ability to work altering shifts
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of EPA,NIOSH and OSHA requirements on Environmental Remediation; Experience with asbestos, lead and mold removal and insulation applications.
For this position, the selected candidate will need to complete the required background checks prior to the start date of the position.
Compensation:
Anticipated Hiring Range: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour ($41,600 - $47,840 Annually). This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. Employee benefits package highlights include:
22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave
Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs
Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System
Tuition and professional development benefits
Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year
Physical Demands:
The employee must be able to variously sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, stoop, bend, squat, lift, pull, and use both hands on repetitive tasks (including overhead tasks). The employee must have normal vision and hearing (correctable), and for some areas of employment, color vision and sense of smell.
To Apply:
Apply online at http://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0075833/Environmental-Remediation-Technician. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials:
Resume
This position is open until filled.
Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter, at hjv5vm@virginia.edu
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.