Environmental Protection Technician - Toronto, Canada - University of Toronto

University of Toronto

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Date Posted:05/06/2024

Req ID: 37232

Faculty/Division:
Asst VP - Operations & Services

Department:
F.&S. Utilities -05

Campus:
St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number:

Description:

About us:

The University of Toronto is a trailblazer not only in academia and research but also in ensuring operational excellence.

U of T's Facilities and Services group works diligently to make sure all stakeholders have a safe, clean, comfortable, attractive and sustainable environment in which to learn, teach and play.

The Facilities & Services portfolio includes the operation and stewardship of over $3.5 billion in physical assets at the St.

George campus situated in the heart of Canada's largest city.

We manage and provide service to over 120 buildings totaling 12 million square feet plus the operation and management of an extensive district energy system supporting more than 150 buildings.

Not only are we One of Canada's Best Employers, we are one of Canada's Greenest Employers.

Your opportunity:

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing advice to others on hazardous material management practices and procedures
Monitoring observance of health and safety/security regulations
Monitoring and assessing consultant and contractor performance
Providing advice to others on emergency response processes and preparedness
Investigating and reporting on health, safety and regulatory noncompliance occurrences
Coordinating the removal of chemical, radiological and biological materials
Responding to calls about chemical spills

Essential Qualifications:

University degree in science or engineering with a strong background in chemistry, biological agents, radiation, chemical

technology specializing in hazard control and/or environmental studies or equivalent combination of education and
experience.

Four years of experience in the use and handling of hazardous substances (chemical, biological and/or radioactive) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in radiochemistry, health physics and/or toxicology desirable.
Experience with noting compliance during visits in a permitted lab (rad or bio) environment and working with and providing reports to compliance inspectors within a University setting.
Willingness to participate in on going medical surveillance program and to be trained and use hazardous substances protective equipment including respirators and selfcontained breathing air units.
Knowledgeable of the Ontario Health & Safety Act and General Waste Regulation
Possession of Provincial Class 'G' driver's license required

To be successful in this role you will be:

Decisive
Efficient
Meticulous
Problem solver
Selfdirected
Team player

Closing Date: 05/15/2024, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group:

USW

Appointment Type:
Budget - Term

Schedule:
Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:

Job Category:
Facilities/Ancilliary Services

Recruiter:
Lena Olsson

**Lived Experience Statement