Chemical Inventory and Waste Technician

2 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada University of Alberta Full time

**Department** HRHSE Health Safety and Environment

**Hourly rate** $ 22.06

**Hours per week** 35

**Grade** 3

**Posted date** November 20, 2024

**Closing date** December 4, 2024

**Position Type** Full Time - Operating Funded

**Description**:
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

**This position has a term length of three months.**

**Location** - Work takes place at the following locations:

- North Campus, Edmonton
- South Campus, Edmonton
- Cloverbar Hazardous Waste Management Centre, Edmonton

**Working for the University of Alberta**
- The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

**Working for Health, Safety and Environment**

Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) offers the following services intended to facilitate safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible research and learning at the University of Alberta:

- Training and Competency: online and in-person learning
- Inspection and Maintenance: Equipment and space inspection and certification
- Hazard Management advice and support
- Regulatory compliance advice and support
- Incident Management: reporting and investigation

HSE has expertise in chemical, biological, radiological, and physical safety; hazardous materials and waste management; HSE regulatory compliance and consulting, field research safety; contractor safety; and environmental protection.

**Position Summary**

This opportunity will support the rollout of the U of A’s new Chemical Inventory and Waste Management Software. The role will include working with the project team and laboratories, shops, and other spaces to prepare for, reconcile, update, and maintain their chemical inventories in the new software.

**Duties**
- Assist in developing the implementation plan for the Chemical Inventory and Waste Management Software
- Visit laboratories, shops, and other spaces to help them prepare for the switchover
- Assist laboratory personnel with reconciling current inventories
- Assist with the submission of materials for waste pickups
- Barcode chemical bottles
- Enter the current inventories into the new software
- Revisit the work area to assist with the implementation of their new inventory
- Train lab users in using the software for both inventory and waste management

**Minimum Qualifications**
- High School Diploma
- Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision
- Adaptable, agile and technologically savvy; advanced capability with MS Office suite, Google Applications, and other software
- Demonstrated attention to detail and high levels of accuracy Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills including a strong ability to demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and diplomacy

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Currently enrolled in, or having completed, a bachelor's degree in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics
- Previous experience in inventory management and previous experience in a research environment

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Note**: This opportunity will be available until midnight December 4, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.



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