Hazardous Waste Specialist Senior at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	Hazardous Waste Specialist Senior
Requisition Number	RE49738
Working Title
Department Name	3DE10:Env Quality Management
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	43
Salary Range	$19.18-30.68/hour
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	None.
Physical Requirements	Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds for extended periods of time. Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time. Performing repetitive motion tasks
Shift	Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hours /week).
Job Summary	The role and duties of this position will support the University’s hazardous waste management requirements to ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations through the safe management of hazardous waste and other special wastes. The position also supports the department’s mission to deliver exemplary and collaborative customer service to the University.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, or related fields. CHMM or CHMP preferred.
Deadline to Apply	04/16/2025
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently certified or eligible for certification as a Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) or Certified Hazardous Materials Professional (CHMP)?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have experience developing training materials and conducting in-person training?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
3. * Rate your level of expertise in using Microsoft Office Suite (Work, Windows, Excel and PowerPoint).
   • None
   • Basic
   • Average
   • Proficient
   • Expert
4. * Do you have experience utilizing safety and regulatory compliance software such as BioRAFT (aka SciShield)?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have a valid drivers license?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

PI266510894

Salary:

$19.00

Apply Now